Dordt University · Sioux Center, Iowa
Master of Social Work (Online)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Online) at Dordt University?
Master of Social Work (online) is a MSW program at Dordt University in Sioux Center, Iowa, offered online. It requires 60 credit hours (regular standing); 45 (advanced plus standing); 36 (advanced standing). At $710 per credit, estimated tuition is $42,600 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credit hours (advanced standing); 45 credit hours (advanced plus)). Dordt University'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 credit hours (regular standing); 45 (advanced plus standing); 36 (advanced standing) |
| Advanced standing | 36 credit hours (advanced standing); 45 credit hours (advanced plus); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program with 3.0+ GPA completed within 7 years; BSW older than 7 years qualifies for advanced plus with evidence of continuing education |
| Field education | 900 hours (450 foundation, 450 advanced); 450 hours for advanced and advanced plus standing |
| Start terms | October 27, 2026 (next start) |
| Tuition | $710 per credit; one-time $300 technology fee (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical Practice; Leadership; Advanced Generalist |
From dordt.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 $42,600 is the 194th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 900 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 24 credits, about $17,040 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Iowa License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LMSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursSupervised clinical experience of at least two years, beginning after …
- Earn the clinical license (LISW)Independent clinical practice
Iowa license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Online): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Online) at Dordt University Cost?
$710 per credit; one-time $300 technology fee. That works out to about $42,600 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Dordt University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Online)?
60 credit hours (regular standing); 45 (advanced plus standing); 36 (advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Online) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 36 credit hours (advanced standing); 45 credit hours (advanced plus); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program with 3.0+ GPA completed within 7 years; BSW older than 7 years qualifies for advanced plus with evidence of continuing education.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Online) Require?
900 hours (450 foundation, 450 advanced); 450 hours for advanced and advanced plus standing, according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (Online) CSWE Accredited?
Dordt University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.