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Covenant College Partners with Dordt University for MSW Pathway
Covenant College’s sociology program recently established an articulation agreement with Dordt University, a Christian college in Reformed theological tradition, located in Sioux Center, Iowa.
This new agreement will provide a fast-track pathway for students to complete their Master of Social Work after graduating from Covenant, giving Covenant students a head start to an advanced degree that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and approved by the Higher Learning Commission. Additionally, Dordt’s MSW program is completely online.
This exciting partnership will “offer students theological continuity and has potential to further deepen their understanding of social work as Christian mission,” says Dr. Matthew Vos, chair of Covenant’s sociology department. “Students can move into Dordt's program and further develop the ideas that germinated with us.”
Dr. Collin Messer, Covenant’s vice president for academic affairs, adds that this formalized agreement will create a great pathway for students to pursue their MSW: “Building on the strong foundation provided by our excellent sociology major and our rich liberal arts core, our students will thrive at Dordt as they prepare to serve their neighbors in the name of Jesus.”
Covenant sociology graduates who earn a C or above in certain Covenant sociology courses will receive a waiver at Dordt for select foundational courses. After the successful transfer of credit, the total number of hours required for MSW completion is 45-48 credit hours, including advanced standing courses and practice specialization courses.
To learn more about Covenant College’s sociology program, visit covenant.edu/academics/sociology. For information about Dordt’s MSW program, visit dordt.edu/academics/programs/master-of-social-work.