Augsburg University · Minneapolis, Minnesota
Master of Social Work (MSW)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (MSW) at Augsburg University?
Master of Social Work (MSW) is a MSW program at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, offered hybrid. It requires 58 credits (Clinical) or 59 credits (Macro), regular standing and takes regular standing: 2 years full time; 4 years part time. At $815 per credit, estimated tuition is $47,270 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (37 credits (Clinical) or 38 credits (Macro)). Augsburg University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | hybrid |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 58 credits (Clinical) or 59 credits (Macro), regular standing |
| Length | Regular standing: 2 years full time; 4 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 37 credits (Clinical) or 38 credits (Macro); 13 months full time; 25 months part time; Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited institution |
| Field education | Minimum 920 hours in two field practica (regular standing); minimum 500 hours (advanced standing) |
| Start terms | Summer, Fall |
| Tuition | $815 per credit (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Anti-Oppressive Clinical Practice; Anti-Oppressive Macro Practice |
From augsburg.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 $47,270 is the 228th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 58 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 920 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 21 credits, about $17,115 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Minnesota License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LGSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 200 hours of supervision, at four to eight hours per 160 hour…
- Earn the clinical license (LICSW)Independent clinical practice
Minnesota license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (MSW): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (MSW) at Augsburg University Cost?
$815 per credit. That works out to about $47,270 for 58 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Augsburg University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (MSW)?
58 credits (Clinical) or 59 credits (Macro), regular standing, Regular standing: 2 years full time; 4 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (MSW) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 37 credits (Clinical) or 38 credits (Macro); 13 months full time; 25 months part time; Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited institution.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (MSW) Require?
Minimum 920 hours in two field practica (regular standing); minimum 500 hours (advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (MSW) CSWE Accredited?
Augsburg University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.