California State University-Dominguez Hills · Carson, California
Master of Social Work (3-Year Part Time, Extended/Continuing Education)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (3-Year Part Time, Extended/Continuing Education) at California State University-Dominguez Hills?
Master of Social Work (3-year part time, Extended/Continuing Education) is a MSW program at California State University-Dominguez Hills in Carson, California, offered on campus. It requires 60 units and takes 3 years part time (8 semesters including summer sessions). At $400 per credit, estimated tuition is $24,000 before fees. California State University-Dominguez Hills's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 units |
| Length | 3 years part time (8 semesters including summer sessions) |
| GRE | GRE not required (strongly recommended if GPA below 3.0) |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | $400 per unit (AY 24-25); tuition for 60 units $24,000; total estimated 3-year cost $28,000 (2024-25) |
| Specializations | Community Mental Health (CMH) |
From csudh.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 $24,000 is the 47th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
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.
Other MSW Options at California State University-Dominguez Hills
- FormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$7,608per yearAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (3-Year Part Time, Extended/Continuing Education): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (3-Year Part Time, Extended/Continuing Education) at California State University-Dominguez Hills Cost?
$400 per unit (AY 24-25); tuition for 60 units $24,000; total estimated 3-year cost $28,000. That works out to about $24,000 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California State University-Dominguez Hills.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (3-Year Part Time, Extended/Continuing Education)?
60 units, 3 years part time (8 semesters including summer sessions), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (3-Year Part Time, Extended/Continuing Education) Require the GRE?
GRE not required (strongly recommended if GPA below 3.0), according to California State University-Dominguez Hills's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (3-Year Part Time, Extended/Continuing Education) CSWE Accredited?
California State University-Dominguez Hills's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.