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Juris Doctor and Master of Social Work

2 Years On Campus Joint-masters Program

University of Connecticut

Program Overview

In cooperation with the UConn School of Social Work, the School of Law offers student the opportunity to earn a dual degree of J.D./M.S.W. The J.D./M.S.W. degree is designed for students who are interested in the social impact of the legal system upon individuals. Students pursue this degree to prepare for careers in fields such as public interest law, mental health law, elder law, women's rights, penology, juvenile advocacy, human services administration, community organizing and public policy and planning. The dual degree program is highly individualistic in nature in order to provide each student with the best possible combination of these two disciplines.

Program Key Stats

$36088 (Annual cost)



49 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Official high school transcripts or GED Records, Letters of Recommendation and Essay, Average GPA 3.47, TOEFL: PBT-550, CBT- 213, or iBT-79, IELTS-6.5.

Career Options

  • Research lawyers
  • public defenders
  • or junior associates of a private law firm or take up jobs in federal and state government social agencies
  • city planning commissions
  • employment assistance offices
  • and family services organizations

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