California Baptist University · Riverside, California
Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid) at California Baptist University?
Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid) is a MSW program at California Baptist University in Riverside, California, offered hybrid. It requires 60 units and takes 2 years full time. At $830 per credit, estimated tuition is $49,800 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 units). California Baptist 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 | Full time only |
| Credits | 60 units |
| Length | 2 years full time |
| Advanced standing | 30 units; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program, preferably completed within seven years |
| Field education | 900 hours of field practicum (500 hours for advanced standing) |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | $830 per unit plus additional fees |
From calbaptist.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 $49,800 is the 242nd lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 900 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 30 credits, about $24,900 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The California License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (California Law and Ethics Exam (must be taken annually until passed to renew the ASW registration, and passed to receive a subsequent registration))For the ASW
- Log supervised clinical hoursMinimum 3,000 hours over a minimum of 104 supervised weeks, including …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
California license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid) at California Baptist University Cost?
$830 per unit plus additional fees. That works out to about $49,800 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California Baptist University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid)?
60 units, 2 years full time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 units; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program, preferably completed within seven years.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid) Require?
900 hours of field practicum (500 hours for advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (in-person/hybrid) CSWE Accredited?
California Baptist University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.