California State University-San Marcos · San Marcos, California
Master of Social Work (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos) at California State University-San Marcos?
Master of Social Work (2-year hybrid and 1-year Advanced Standing hybrid, San Marcos) is a MSW program at California State University-San Marcos in San Marcos, California, offered hybrid. It requires 60 units and takes 2 years. Published tuition: 2026-27 graduate tuition and mandatory campus fees: $5,522 per semester full time (6.1 units or above, including $4,274 tuition) or $3,728 part time (0-6 units); non-residents add $471 per unit (general graduate rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 units). California State University-San Marcos's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | hybrid |
| Part time | Full time only |
| Credits | 60 units |
| Length | 2 years |
| Advanced standing | 30 units; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program conferred within the past five years, 3.5 cumulative GPA expected, and at least 500 hours of social service experience |
| Field education | 16 hours per week first year; 20 hours per week second year |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | 2026-27 graduate tuition and mandatory campus fees: $5,522 per semester full time (6.1 units or above, including $4,274 tuition) or $3,728 part time (0-6 units); non-residents add $471 per unit (general graduate rate) |
| Specializations | Advanced generalist practice |
From csusm.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 (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos) at California State University-San Marcos Cost?
2026-27 graduate tuition and mandatory campus fees: $5,522 per semester full time (6.1 units or above, including $4,274 tuition) or $3,728 part time (0-6 units); non-residents add $471 per unit (general graduate rate). Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California State University-San Marcos.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos)?
60 units, 2 years, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 units; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program conferred within the past five years, 3.5 cumulative GPA expected, and at least 500 hours of social service experience.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos) Require?
16 hours per week first year; 20 hours per week second year, according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (2-Year Hybrid and 1-Year Advanced Standing Hybrid, San Marcos) CSWE Accredited?
California State University-San Marcos's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.