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Simmons University's accelerated 3+1 program offers students a streamlined route to earn both their Bachelor's and Master's in Social Work within four years. This distinctive program delivers comprehensive training in clinical practice, research, and advocacy at an accelerated rate, enabling graduates to launch their careers sooner with enhanced readiness. Since 1904, when Simmons pioneered clinical social work education in the U.S., the university has maintained its position as the foremost leader in social work training.
Our innovative 3+1 program upholds this legacy by providing a rigorous yet fulfilling path to simultaneously complete undergraduate and graduate social work degrees. The immersive coursework and practical fieldwork create profound learning experiences, connecting theoretical foundations with meaningful community service and social justice initiatives.
Participants in the 3+1 program gain access to all the exceptional resources of our top-ranked School of Social Work, including distinguished professors, influential alumni networks, and our prime Boston location near the Fenway and Longwood Medical districts.