The Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) and Master of Science in College Student Personnel (MS CSP) programs both are considered professional terminal degrees.
By carefully structuring the sequence of courses, recognizing comparable course offerings and using courses in one program to count as electives in the other, the MSSW-MS dual degree program allows students to complete both degrees in three years of full-time study without compromising the professional standards of either program. The 60-credit hour MSSW program and the 36-credit hour MS in College Student Personnel program can be completed as part of a 87 credit hour program.
The dual degree program is challenging but rewarding. A dual degree student in college student personnel and social work, studies the skills and material of both disciplines and enters field placements, practicum/internships, and eventually the workplace with a unique skill set of valuable practice experiences. Alumni of the dual degree program in college student personnel and social work at The University of Tennessee will go on to work in various settings in student affairs/higher education and social work. Some alumni will choose to practice student affairs, while others will find employment as social workers, directors/assistant directors, program directors, and therapists.
Students must apply separately for admission to the two colleges. Once admitted to both colleges, applicants will be selected for participation in the program by a special admissions committee consisting of representatives from both institutions.
