Master of Social Work / Juris Doctor in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Chicago | Chicago United States
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Qualification
Combined Graduate / Doctoral Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 18,810
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

This dual degree program, offered in collaboration with Loyola University Chicago School of Law, equips practicing attorneys with enhanced clinical abilities and deeper insights into the human dimensions of legal practice. Participants develop psychological and social frameworks essential for effectively representing and advocating for vulnerable populations including children, families, women, and senior citizens.
Program advantages
Obtain degrees from prestigious institutions renowned for both social work and legal education.
Develop comprehensive understanding of legal matters affecting social services and their client communities.
Tailor your academic journey by selecting from specialized concentration options.
Full-time candidates can finish both programs within a four-year timeframe.
Build valuable professional networks and practical skills through internships at our extensive network of 1,000+ affiliated organizations


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show you earned a bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree is in progress. The complete contact information of two recommenders is required to apply to the Social Work Master's program. This information can be included in your online application.
Your recommendations can be academic, professional, or volunteer contacts. If you graduated less than 5 years ago, at least one recommender must be from an academic source. A Statement of Purpose
CV/Resume
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT or a 550 on the written test is required.

For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required.
An applicant for admission must ordinarily hold (or receive prior to matriculation) a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In addition, because academic qualifications are of major importance, the applicant ordinarily must have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit your official education credentials (e.g., transcripts, mark sheets, degree certificates, graduation diplomas) and evaluation fee directly to any NACES member companies.

To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show you earned a bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree is in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. Other transcripts may be sent at the applicant's discretion. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request these transcripts, we have them on record. Official Electronic Transcripts may be delivered directly to Graduate & Professional Enrollment Management at [email protected]. Applicants who completed post-secondary education abroad are required to submit non-U.S. transcripts to Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. (ECE) for evaluation of credentials.
Two Professional References
The complete contact information of two references is required to apply to the Social Work Master's program. This information can be included in your online application.
Your references can be academic, professional, or volunteer contacts. If you graduated less than 5 years ago, at least one of the references must be from an academic source.
A Statement of Purpose
CV/Resume
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Copies of transcripts or transcripts not received in a sealed envelope from the university are considered unofficial. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts. We strongly encourage electronic submission of documents. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required.

Tuition USD 18,810

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