California State University-Long Beach · Long Beach, California
Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites) at California State University-Long Beach?
Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands sites) is a MSW program at California State University-Long Beach in Long Beach, California, offered on campus. It requires 60 semester units and takes 3 years part time (three academic years and two summers). At $525 per credit, estimated tuition is $31,500 before fees. California State University-Long Beach'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 semester units |
| Length | 3 years part time (three academic years and two summers) |
| Field education | Two 500-hour practicum placements |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | Approximately $525 per unit; the school's cost-benefit sheet gives expected total tuition of $31,500 for the 60-unit program (pending finalization of the Distance Education budget) (2024-25) |
| Specializations | Child and Family Wellbeing |
From csulb.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 $31,500 is the 90th 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.
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Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites) at California State University-Long Beach Cost?
Approximately $525 per unit; the school's cost-benefit sheet gives expected total tuition of $31,500 for the 60-unit program (pending finalization of the Distance Education budget). That works out to about $31,500 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California State University-Long Beach.
How Long Is Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites)?
60 semester units, 3 years part time (three academic years and two summers), according to the school's program page.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites) Require?
Two 500-hour practicum placements, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to California State University-Long Beach's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work Distance Education Program (Sonoma State and CSU Channel Islands Sites) CSWE Accredited?
California State University-Long Beach's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.