California State University-San Bernardino · San Bernardino, California
Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses: 2-Year, 3-Year and Advanced Standing Options)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses: 2-Year, 3-Year and Advanced Standing Options) at California State University-San Bernardino?
Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert campuses: 2-year, 3-year and Advanced Standing options) is a MSW program at California State University-San Bernardino in San Bernardino, California, offered on campus. It requires 60 units and takes 2 years (4 semesters) or 3 years (6 semesters). The school publishes a program total of $20,272. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (35 units). California State University-San Bernardino'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 | 2 years (4 semesters) or 3 years (6 semesters) |
| Advanced standing | 35 units; 1-year option (within 12 months) or 2-year option (5 semesters); BASW/BSW from a CSWE-accredited program and 3.0 GPA |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer |
| Tuition | Estimated tuition and fees (AY25-26): 1-Year Advanced Standing $12,630.37; 2-Year Advanced Standing $21,074.46; 2-Year MSW $20,272.18; 3-Year MSW $30,408.27 (2025-26) |
From csusb.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 $20,272 is the 23rd lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- 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.
Other MSW Options at California State University-San Bernardino
Master of Social Work Pathway Distance Education Program (Online) at California State University-San Bernardino
California State University-San Bernardino · San BernardinoFormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$41,340$689/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses: 2-Year, 3-Year and Advanced Standing Options): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses: 2-Year, 3-Year and Advanced Standing Options) at California State University-San Bernardino Cost?
Estimated tuition and fees (AY25-26): 1-Year Advanced Standing $12,630.37; 2-Year Advanced Standing $21,074.46; 2-Year MSW $20,272.18; 3-Year MSW $30,408.27. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California State University-San Bernardino.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses: 2-Year, 3-Year and Advanced Standing Options)?
60 units, 2 years (4 semesters) or 3 years (6 semesters), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses: 2-Year, 3-Year and Advanced Standing Options) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 35 units; 1-year option (within 12 months) or 2-year option (5 semesters); BASW/BSW from a CSWE-accredited program and 3.0 GPA.
Is Master of Social Work (San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses: 2-Year, 3-Year and Advanced Standing Options) CSWE Accredited?
California State University-San Bernardino's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.