The Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) and Master of Science in Student Affairs and Higher Education (MS SAHE) programs are both 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 MS-MSSW SAHE 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 Student Affairs and Higher Education program can be completed as part of an 87-credit hour program.
The dual degree program is challenging but rewarding. A dual degree student in student affairs and higher education 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 student affairs and higher education 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.
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