Adelphi University · Garden City, New York
Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency)
What Should You Know About Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency) at Adelphi University?
Online Master of Social Work (low residency) is a MSW program at Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, offered online. It requires 61 credits and takes three years part time. At $1,075 per credit, estimated tuition is $65,575 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (31 credits). Adelphi University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 61 credits |
| Length | Three years part time |
| Advanced standing | 31 credits; 15 months (four semesters, part time); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within the last five years |
| Field education | 900 site-based practicum hours (450 hours for advanced standing) |
| Tuition | Low Residency MSW (hybrid): $1,075 per credit hour (2026-2027) (2026-27) |
From online.adelphi.edu, reviewed September 30, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Estimated tuition of $65,575 is the 306th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 61 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 450 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 30 credits, about $32,250 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The New York License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LMSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 36 months (three years) of full-time post-MSW supervised expe…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
New York license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency): Common Questions
How Much Does Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency) at Adelphi University Cost?
Low Residency MSW (hybrid): $1,075 per credit hour (2026-2027). That works out to about $65,575 for 61 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Adelphi University.
How Long Is Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency)?
61 credits, Three years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 31 credits; 15 months (four semesters, part time); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within the last five years.
How Many Field Hours Does Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency) Require?
900 site-based practicum hours (450 hours for advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Is Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency) CSWE Accredited?
Adelphi University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.