Fairfield University · Fairfield, Connecticut
Master of Social Work (Online, Low Residency)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Online, Low Residency) at Fairfield University?
Master of Social Work (online, low residency) is a MSW program at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Connecticut, offered online. It requires 60 credits (two-year track); 30 credits (advanced standing) and takes 24-28 months. At $975 per credit, estimated tuition is $58,500 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credits). Fairfield 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 credits (two-year track); 30 credits (advanced standing) |
| Length | 24-28 months |
| Advanced standing | 30 credits; Graduates of a CSWE-accredited BSW program within the past 5 years |
| Field education | 900 field education hours across two placements; 450-500 hours for advanced standing |
| Start terms | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Tuition | $975 per credit; $29,250 for the 30-credit advanced standing track or $58,500 for the 60-credit two-year track (2026-27) |
From fairfield.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 $58,500 is the 290th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 500 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 30 credits, about $29,250 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Connecticut License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters (required for applicants who earned the MSW on and after January 1, 2026))For the LMSW
- Log supervised clinical hours3,000 hours of post-master's social work experience, including not les…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Connecticut 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, Low Residency): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Online, Low Residency) at Fairfield University Cost?
$975 per credit; $29,250 for the 30-credit advanced standing track or $58,500 for the 60-credit two-year track. That works out to about $58,500 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Fairfield University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Online, Low Residency)?
60 credits (two-year track); 30 credits (advanced standing), 24-28 months, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Online, Low Residency) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 credits; Graduates of a CSWE-accredited BSW program within the past 5 years.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Online, Low Residency) Require?
900 field education hours across two placements; 450-500 hours for advanced standing, according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (Online, Low Residency) CSWE Accredited?
Fairfield University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.