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Master of Human Services in Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Concentration
University of Illinois Springfield
- Springfield, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Master's degree in human services with an alcoholism and substance abuse focus (alcoholism and substance abuse concentration).
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically analyse concepts and evidence relevant to Human Services in Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Concentration. Apply advanced subject knowledge to specialist academic or professional questions. Relevant syllabus content includes: core: critical perspectives in human services
- Social policy
- Staff development and supervision
- Ethics and professional development
- An internship and a capstone presented.
Career outcomes
- Education Administrators
- Kindergarten through Secondary
- Tutors
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
- Child
- Family
- And School Social Workers
- Social and Community Service Managers
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Curriculum
- 33-credit degree
- Core: critical perspectives in human services
- Social policy
- Staff development and supervision
- Ethics and professional development
- An internship and a capstone presented to a faculty committee
- Plus alcoholism and substance abuse concentration courses
- Concentration courses in alcoholism and substance abuse
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with GPA 2.5 or higher (https://www.uis.edu/admission-aid/graduates)
- Some programmes require prerequisites
- Statement or recommendation letters
- English proficiency required.
Minimum GPA
2.5
Accepted academic background
Four-year bachelor degree from an accredited institution (international degrees evaluated), Official transcripts, Some programmes require prerequisites, Statement, Resume or recommendation letters
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 90
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 70
- Cambridge B2 First
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
How to apply
- Check requirements and the Fall May 15 / Spring Nov 15 international deadlines. Apply online at UIS and pay the 75 USD international graduate fee. Send official transcripts (credential evaluation if required)
- Program-specific materials and English test scores. Department reviews and decides on admission. Submit financial documents for the I-20. Apply for the F-1 student visa with the I-20.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,367 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Springfield Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Public Affairs and Education |
| Department | Human Services |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 33 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | International UIS graduate students may qualify for specified awards if they meet the university eligibility rules. A graduate assistantship is an employment-based award, Not automatically a scholarship, And must not be treated as a guaranteed tuition waiver. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
2 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $16,367 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,801 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.5. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 70, Cambridge B2 First.