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    Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH)

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    Los Angeles, USMph/mswIn-person3 years
    $73,752.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    135
    Credits
    $140.00
    App fee

    Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles is a 135-credit, 3-year, in-person Mph/msw program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $73,752.

    About the program

    Concurrent three-year program combining MSW from UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and MPH in Community Health Sciences from UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. Covers community health sciences including health equity, program planning, evaluation, and field placements, alongside social welfare curriculum with practicums.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum overall score on TOEFL iBT: 87
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum overall band score on IELTS Academic: 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $31,347.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles is $73,752 across 135 required credits.
    Is Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles online or in-person?
    Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles is offered in-person.
    How long does Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles take to complete?
    Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles is structured around 3 years and 135 credits.
    What GPA is required for Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (B)
    What work-permit options follow Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Post-completion work rights for Joint Master of Social Welfare / Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) at University of California-Los Angeles: 12 months OPT (US)