Dual MPH/MSW Program

Program Highlights

The Master of Public Health (MPH) component of this dual degree program is a collaborative effort between the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work and the Department of Preventive Medicine in the Keck School of Medicine of USC. It offers interdisciplinary preparation in public health and social work, designed for students seeking careers in promoting health, preventing disease, and enhancing the delivery of health and social services in the community.

Delivery Modes

The dual degree program, including the MPH component, is typically completed by full-time students and is understood to be delivered on-campus. An accelerated completion may be possible if students elect to enroll in MPH coursework during summer sessions.

Curriculum Overview

The dual MSW/MPH degree requires a minimum of 81 units. Of these, 27 units are from the Keck School of Medicine of USC (MPH component), 34 units are from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work (MSW component), and 20 units fulfill requirements for both degrees.

Students typically begin with social work courses before completing public health coursework. For the social work component, students select a department of concentration (e.g., Adult Mental Health and Wellness, Children, Youth and Families, or Social Change and Innovation). For the public health component, students select from available MPH tracks, though specific track names are not provided in this context.

Admissions Requirements

This program is a dual degree. Students can view the application process page to learn how to apply for this dual degree. Students usually begin with social work courses.

Career & Practical Experience

The program prepares graduates for careers focused on promoting health, preventing disease, and enhancing the delivery of health and social services within the community.