About the Master of Public Health and Master of Social Work Concurrent Degree Program
This concurrent degree path provides a unique opportunity for students to be admitted to both the Master of Public Health program and the Master of Social Work program.
This concurrent degree program enables students to earn two highly-coveted professional degrees in three years, enhancing career flexibility and impact.
The concurrent degree structure allows students to complete both programs more efficiently through shared credits.
The combination of these degrees prepares graduates to improve health and well-being at every level — from individuals and families to organizations and communities. By combining clinical assessment and intervention with a strong focus on prevention, students gain an interdisciplinary skill set that supports both direct care and population-level strategies.
Concurrent Degree Details
Students must apply separately, and be admitted, to both the MPH and the MSW programs in order to be eligible for this concurrent program. Learn more about each program’s application requirements below.
Application information for the MPH and MSW:
Students must complete a total of 80 credit hours across the Master of Public Health and Master of Social Work programs. To learn more about the course breakdown, please speak with a listed program lead.
Eligibility Requirements
Prospective students should follow the general graduate application procedure for degree-seeking students (see Graduate Admission Requirements). Learn more about each master’s program and the Graduate College admission requirements below:
- Boise State Graduate College Admissions Requirements
- MPH Admission Requirements
- MSW Admission Requirements
Questions? Connect with a Program Lead:
Want to know more about the Master of Public Health program or this concurrent degree option? Connect with MPH Program Director Ellen Schafer at ellenschafer@boisestate.edu.
Want to know more about the Master of Social Work program or this concurrent degree option? Connect with MSW Program Coordinator Scott Chyna at scottchyna@boisestate.edu.