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Belmont University MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does Belmont University Offer?
Belmont University offers an MSW, offered in person. It is in CSWE candidacy, not yet accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. Estimated tuition starts at $61,200.
The Belmont University MSW
- Format–900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$61,200published totalAccreditationCandidacy
Specializations named on Belmont University's pages: Trauma-informed practice, clinical skills and leadership development.
Admissions, Structure and Cost at Belmont University
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Social WorkStarts: Fall | As little as one year (two semesters, no summer bridge) | 900+ hours of field experience | 2026-2027: full-time (two-year) tuition $61,200 total for 60 credit hours ($15,300 per 15-credit semester), plus fees; the part-time section states tuition of $980 per credit hour |
From Belmont University's own program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026. Blank cells: the school's pages don't state that detail. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school.
How Belmont University Compares
Belmont University's lowest estimated tuition, $61,200 for Master of Social Work, is above the national median of $40,180 (300th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 60 credits, against a national median of 60.
| Belmont University | Tennessee median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $61,200 | $36,250 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Medians across programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. The MSW cost and loan calculator adds fees and federal loan limits.
Other Social Work Degrees at Belmont University
- Bachelor of Social Work (on campus). A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.
Is Belmont University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Belmont University's MSW is in CSWE candidacy (September 2026): it is working toward accreditation but is not yet accredited. Most state boards require a degree from a CSWE-accredited program; CSWE's policy is that students who graduate after a program earns initial accreditation are treated as graduates of an accredited program, so confirm the program's expected accreditation date before you enroll. All CSWE-accredited MSW programs
From Belmont University's MSW to a Tennessee License
- 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 two years of practice as an LMSW (or temporary LMSW) under su…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Tennessee license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With Belmont University
MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
- FormatOn campus400 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$61,200$1,020/creditAccreditationCSWE
Social Work, M.S.W. at Oakland University
Oakland University · Rochester Hills, MIFormat–900 field hoursCredits64Est. tuition$60,896$952/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$60,600$1,010/creditAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work (In-Person NYC Track and 100% Online Track) at Touro University
Touro University · New York, NYFormatOn campus, Online900 field hoursCredits65Est. tuition$60,450$930/creditAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work at Samford University
Samford University · Birmingham, ALFormatOnline, On campusCredits60Est. tuition$60,300$1,005/creditAccreditationCSWE
Belmont University MSW: Common Questions
Is Belmont University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Belmont University's MSW is in CSWE candidacy (September 2026): it is working toward accreditation but is not yet accredited. Most state boards require a degree from a CSWE-accredited program; CSWE's policy is that students who graduate after a program earns initial accreditation are treated as graduates of an accredited program, so confirm the program's expected accreditation date before you enroll.
Does Belmont University Offer an Online MSW?
No. Belmont University's MSW is offered in person, according to its own pages.
Does Belmont University Offer Advanced Standing?
Master of Social Work: As little as one year (two semesters, no summer bridge); Bachelor of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
How Much Does Belmont University's MSW Cost?
Master of Social Work: 2026-2027: full-time (two-year) tuition $61,200 total for 60 credit hours ($15,300 per 15-credit semester), plus fees; the part-time section states tuition of $980 per credit hour. Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
How Many Field Hours Does Belmont University's MSW Require?
Master of Social Work: 900+ hours of field experience.
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