MSW-MPH Program

Curricular Requirements

This collaborative program between the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service enables students to earn both a Master of Social Work and a Master of Public Health degree. Dual Degree MSW-MPH students take courses and complete required curricular activities simultaneously at each institution.

Dual MSW-MPH Degree Expectations and Credit Benefits

Students who are pursuing the MSW-MPH dual degree should meet with both academic programs at the start of the dual degree to outline a plan of coursework and training at both institutions. This is an essential step in understanding the individualized approach to graduate-level training in the dual degree program. Alongside the academic program advisors, dual degree students will create a tailored plan to complete the coursework and curricular activities required for each degree.

Typically, pursuing the dual MSW-MPH program allows students to complete both degrees in 3 years, rather than the usual four years. Students must earn 99 credits to complete both degrees, instead of the 111 credits required had the degrees not be offered in a dual degree format. Please discuss the transfer credit process with both academic program advisors as you complete the coursework.

Students may start both degrees at the same time, or students may apply to the dual degree after starting a degree at either Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai or Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service. Students may also choose to pursue the degrees full-time or on a part-time basis. The academic program advisors play a crucial role in advising students as they tailor their coursework and training to their needs.

Please contact both Academic Program Advisors for Guidance:

Daniel Ilyayev, MSEd MSW-MPH Academic Program Advisor Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Graduate Program in Public Health [e-mail]

Elaine Congress, DSW, MSW Associate Dean and Professor Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service [e-mail]