Cleveland State University · Cleveland, Ohio
Master of Social Work (On-Campus)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (On-Campus) at Cleveland State University?
Master of Social Work (on-campus) is a MSW program at Cleveland State University in Cleveland, Ohio, offered on campus. It requires 60 credit hours. At $656 per credit, estimated tuition is $39,354 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credits). Cleveland State University'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 credit hours |
| Advanced standing | 30 credits; 1 year full time; 1.5 years accelerated part time; 2 years extended part time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within the past 7 years (exceptions considered), minimum 3.0 GPA and positive BSW field practicum evaluations |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Tuition | $655.90 per credit in-state, $656.90 non-resident domestic, $1,238.55 non-resident international (1-12 credits); $8,526.70 in-state for 13+ credits (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical |
From health.csuohio.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 $39,354 is the 162nd lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Advanced standing drops 30 credits, about $19,677 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Ohio License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the master's-level license (LMSW or similar)
- Log supervised clinical hoursTwo full years (24 months) of post-LSW, post-MSW supervised social wor…
- Earn the clinical license (LISW)Independent clinical practice
Ohio license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (On-Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (On-Campus) at Cleveland State University Cost?
$655.90 per credit in-state, $656.90 non-resident domestic, $1,238.55 non-resident international (1-12 credits); $8,526.70 in-state for 13+ credits. That works out to about $39,354 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Cleveland State University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (On-Campus)?
60 credit hours, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (On-Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 credits; 1 year full time; 1.5 years accelerated part time; 2 years extended part time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within the past 7 years (exceptions considered), minimum 3.0 GPA and positive BSW field practicum evaluations.
Is Master of Social Work (On-Campus) CSWE Accredited?
Cleveland State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.