California State University-Northridge · Northridge, California
Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College)
What Should You Know About Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College) at California State University-Northridge?
Online Master of Social Work (The Tseng College) is a MSW program at California State University-Northridge in Northridge, California, offered online. It requires 60 units and takes four-semester (2-year) full-time option and 3-year option. At $837 per credit, estimated tuition is $50,220 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. California State University-Northridge's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 units |
| Length | Four-semester (2-year) full-time option and 3-year option |
| Advanced standing | Half the time of the regular program; Bachelor of Social Work; fall start |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring |
| Tuition | $837 per unit (Fall 2027); total tuition to degree $50,220 (2027-28) |
| Specializations | Generalist practice |
From tsengcollege.csun.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 $50,220 is the 245th 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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Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College): Common Questions
How Much Does Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College) at California State University-Northridge Cost?
$837 per unit (Fall 2027); total tuition to degree $50,220. That works out to about $50,220 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California State University-Northridge.
How Long Is Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College)?
60 units, Four-semester (2-year) full-time option and 3-year option, according to the school's program page.
Does Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. Half the time of the regular program; Bachelor of Social Work; fall start.
Does Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to California State University-Northridge's admissions information.
Is Online Master of Social Work (the Tseng College) CSWE Accredited?
California State University-Northridge's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.