California State University-East Bay · Hayward, California
Master of Social Work - Traditional Program (Full Time, in Person, Hayward)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work - Traditional Program (Full Time, in Person, Hayward) at California State University-East Bay?
Master of Social Work - Traditional Program (full time, in person, Hayward) is a MSW program at California State University-East Bay in Hayward, California, offered on campus. It requires 60 units and takes 2 years full time. Published tuition: 2026-2027 graduate cost of attendance: resident tuition $8,548 plus fees $1,616 per year (full-time enrollment of 6 or more units for two semesters); nonresident tuition is charged per unit in addition (general graduate rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. California State University-East Bay'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 | Full time only |
| Credits | 60 units |
| Length | 2 years full time |
| Advanced standing | Full time, beginning with 4 units of summer refresher courses |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | 2026-2027 graduate cost of attendance: resident tuition $8,548 plus fees $1,616 per year (full-time enrollment of 6 or more units for two semesters); nonresident tuition is charged per unit in addition (general graduate rate) (2026-27) |
From csueastbay.edu, reviewed September 30, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
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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 - Traditional Program (Full Time, in Person, Hayward): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work - Traditional Program (Full Time, in Person, Hayward) at California State University-East Bay Cost?
2026-2027 graduate cost of attendance: resident tuition $8,548 plus fees $1,616 per year (full-time enrollment of 6 or more units for two semesters); nonresident tuition is charged per unit in addition (general graduate rate). Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California State University-East Bay.
How Long Is Master of Social Work - Traditional Program (Full Time, in Person, Hayward)?
60 units, 2 years full time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work - Traditional Program (Full Time, in Person, Hayward) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. Full time, beginning with 4 units of summer refresher courses.
Is Master of Social Work - Traditional Program (Full Time, in Person, Hayward) CSWE Accredited?
California State University-East Bay's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.