Academics | Programs
Dual Degrees - Masters of Divinity / Theology and Social Work
NES has a dual degree program with the Master of Social Work program at Roberts Wesleyan College. Qualified students may
complete either the M.Div. or the M.A. and the MSW degree in a time-shortened manner. This is an exceptional program for individuals considering a
social work ministry in a church or faith-based setting. Click
here for more information on the Roberts’ accredited MSW program. Students must apply and be accepted to both institutions.
Overview:
Dual-degree students pursuing an M.Div. will be expected to complete all the
requirements for the MSW degree plus 62 required hours of the M.Div.
program or 44 for the MA program. Thirty (27-30) credits of MSW courses will be substituted for the
self-selected studies requirement. For dual-degree students
pursuing an MA 44 hours are required in addition to completing all requirements
for the MSW degree. Persons interested in a dual-degree
program must apply to each program individually. (This option is also available
for the M.A. program.)
Full-time students attend NES for 2.5 years for M.A. or 3.5 years for M.Div. degree then RWC for 1.5-2 years for MSW dependent on admissions status and baccalaureate degree.
Requirements:
To be admitted as a regular student in the M.Div/MSW or M.A./MSW programs at Northeastern
Seminary and Roberts Wesleyan College, the applicant must:
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Have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
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Complete the application process.
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Demonstrate readiness for graduate-level academic work and be approved by the
seminary admissions committee.
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Apply separately to Roberts Wesleyan College for the MSW program.
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For students with a qualified Bachelors of Social Work degree an
advanced standing option is available which has the potential of shortening the time to completion.