Boston University · Boston, Massachusetts
Worcester Hybrid MSW Program
What Should You Know About Worcester Hybrid MSW Program at Boston University?
Worcester Hybrid MSW Program is a MSW program at Boston University in Boston, Massachusetts, offered hybrid. It requires 65 credits and takes 9 semesters part time. At $800 per credit, estimated tuition is $52,000 before fees. Boston 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 | 65 credits |
| Length | 9 semesters part time |
| Advanced standing | Not offered |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | $800 per credit in-person; $998 per credit online (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical Practice (optional Macro minor); Macro Practice; Aging; Behavioral Health; Children, Youth & Families; Trauma, Violence & Justice |
From bu.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 $52,000 is the 256th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 65 credits compare with a median of 60.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Massachusetts License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LCSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 3,500 hours of clinical social work services over not less th…
- Earn the clinical license (LICSW)Independent clinical practice
Massachusetts license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at Boston University
- FormatOn campus1,000 field hoursCredits65Est. tuition$41,184per yearAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits65Est. tuition$66,170$1,018/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Worcester Hybrid MSW Program: Common Questions
How Much Does Worcester Hybrid MSW Program at Boston University Cost?
$800 per credit in-person; $998 per credit online. That works out to about $52,000 for 65 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Boston University.
How Long Is Worcester Hybrid MSW Program?
65 credits, 9 semesters part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Worcester Hybrid MSW Program Offer Advanced Standing?
No. The school's pages say the program has no advanced standing track.
Does Worcester Hybrid MSW Program Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to Boston University's admissions information.
Is Worcester Hybrid MSW Program CSWE Accredited?
Boston University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.