Peace Corps Masters at Michigan
Grad School or Peace Corps...
Why Not Do Both?
Formerly, the University of Michigan School of Social Work (SSW) in conjunction with Peace Corps offered the Master's International (MI) program until the program was retired in 2016. Despite the retirement of the MI program, the SSW is continuing to offer students interested in international service the option to incorporate Peace Corps service into their MSW program. MSW applicants must apply to the U-M School of Social Work first and upon acceptance can apply to the Peace Corps. Peace Corps Masters at Michigan students are not guaranteed acceptance into Peace Corps.
MSW students interested in the Peace Corps Masters at Michigan Program must select either Children and Youth in Families and Society or Health for their MSW practice area. Students have the option to apply to Peace Corps sectors: Youth Development, Health, or Community Development and this should reflect their MSW practice area or concentration. Peace Corps Masters at Michigan students serve in countries all around the world. Peace Corps offers an opportunity portal for prospective applicants to look at current volunteer job openings.
The Peace Corps Masters at Michigan program will further enhance learning and skills by giving students an option to complete 27 months of significant international experience while completing their MSW degree.
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Peace Corps Masters at Michigan Curriculum Schedules
These schedules are designed for MSW students that are participating in the Peace Corps Masters at Michigan program. Students complete one year of coursework on campus, serve overseas in the Peace Corps for 27 months, then return to campus to complete their last year of coursework.
The Peace Corps Masters at Michigan course planning worksheets indicate typical course schedules by term.
Peace Corps Masters at Michigan 20-Month Curriculum Schedule
| Fall Term Year 1 | Winter Term Year 1 | Spring/Summer Term Year 1 | Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer Terms Year 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Credit Hours | 12 | 13 | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | |
| Field Placement Credit Hours | 3 (2 days / week) | 4 (2 days / week) | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | 17 | ||
| Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer Terms Year 3 | Fall Term Year 4 | Winter Term Year 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Credit Hours | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | 14* | 6 |
| Field Placement Credit Hours | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | 4 (2 days / week) | 4 (2 days / week) |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | 10 |
* = 6 elective credits for Peace Corps service will be given during Fall Term Year 4.
Peace Corps Masters at Michigan 12-Month Curriculum Schedules
| Fall Term Year 1 | Winter Term Year 1 | Spring/Summer Term Year 1 | Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer Terms Year 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Credit Hours | 9 | 10 | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | |
| Field Placement Credit Hours | 6 (3 days / week) | 6 (3 days / week) | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | 16 | ||
| Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer Terms Year 3 | Fall Term Year 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Course Credit Hours | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | 14* |
| Field Placement Credit Hours | Students On Detached Study For Peace Corps Volunteer Service | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours | 14 |
* = 6 elective credits for Peace Corps service will be given during Fall Term Year 4.