California State University-San Marcos · San Marcos, California
Master of Social Work Three-Year Regional Online Program
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work Three-Year Regional Online Program at California State University-San Marcos?
Master of Social Work Three-Year Regional Online Program is a MSW program at California State University-San Marcos in San Marcos, California, offered online. It requires 60 units and takes 3 years. At $560 per credit, estimated tuition is $33,600 before fees. 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 | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 units |
| Length | 3 years |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | $560 per unit plus University fees each semester; no out-of-state differential |
| 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
- Estimated tuition of $33,600 is the 106th 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 Three-Year Regional Online Program: Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work Three-Year Regional Online Program at California State University-San Marcos Cost?
$560 per unit plus University fees each semester; no out-of-state differential. That works out to about $33,600 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with California State University-San Marcos.
How Long Is Master of Social Work Three-Year Regional Online Program?
60 units, 3 years, according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work Three-Year Regional Online Program CSWE Accredited?
California State University-San Marcos's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.