Bronx, New York
Fordham University MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does Fordham University Offer?
Fordham University offers 3 MSW options, 1 of them online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (31 credits). Estimated tuition starts at $68,076.
3 MSW Options at Fordham University
Master of Social Work (on Campus: Lincoln Center, Westchester, Long Island) at Fordham University
Fordham University · BronxFormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits62Est. tuition$68,076$1,098/creditAccreditationCSWEHybrid Master of Social Work (Fordham/Molloy Partnership, Long Island) at Fordham University
Fordham University · BronxFormatHybrid900 field hoursCredits62Est. tuition$68,076$1,098/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits62Est. tuition$1,098per credit · general rateAccreditationCSWE
Specializations named on Fordham University's pages: Individuals and families, Organizations and communities, Evaluation and Policy practice and advocacy.
Admissions, Structure and Cost at Fordham University
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Social Work (on campus: Lincoln Center, Westchester, Long Island)Starts: Fall, Spring | 31 credits, Full-time: 9 months; part-time: 1.5 to 2 years | 900 hours of practicum placements (500 hours for advanced standing) | GRE not required | $1,098 per credit (2026-2027) |
| Hybrid Master of Social Work (Fordham/Molloy partnership, Long Island)Starts: Fall, Spring | 31 credits | 900 hours of practicum placements | GRE not required | $1,098 per credit (2026-2027) |
| Online Master of Social WorkStarts: Fall, Spring, Summer | 31 credits, Full-time: 9 months; part-time: 16 months | 900 hours of practicum placements (500 hours for advanced standing) | GRE not required | $1,098 per credit (2026-2027; same rate shown on the online MSW cost of attendance sheets) |
From Fordham University's own program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026. Blank cells: the school's pages don't state that detail. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school.
How Fordham University Compares
Fordham University's lowest estimated tuition, $68,076 for Master of Social Work (on campus: Lincoln Center, Westchester, Long Island), is above the national median of $40,180 (313th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 62 credits, against a national median of 60. It awarded 911 MSWs in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 1st of 20 in New York and 2nd of 309 nationally among schools on this site.
| Fordham University | New York median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $68,076 | $65,575 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 62 | 60 | 60 |
Medians across programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. The MSW cost and loan calculator adds fees and federal loan limits.
MSW Dual Degrees at Fordham University
Other Social Work Degrees at Fordham University
- Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) (on campus). A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.
- Ph.D. in Social Work
Is Fordham University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Fordham University's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in. All CSWE-accredited MSW programs
Federal data (IPEDS) show Fordham University awarded 911 MSWs in 2022-23.
From Fordham University's MSW to a New York License
- 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 hoursAt least 36 months (three years) of full-time post-MSW supervised expe…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
New York license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With Fordham University
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
100% Online MSW Program at Rutgers University
Rutgers University · New Brunswick, NJFormatOnline900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$67,920$1,132/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnlineCredits65Est. tuition$66,170$1,018/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$66,000$1,100/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits57Est. tuition$70,395$1,235/creditAccreditationCSWE
Online Master of Social Work (Low Residency) at Adelphi University
Adelphi University · Garden City, NYFormatOnline450 field hoursCredits61Est. tuition$65,575$1,075/creditAccreditationCSWE
Fordham University MSW: Common Questions
Is Fordham University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Fordham University's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in.
Does Fordham University Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. Online Master of Social Work is offered online.
Does Fordham University Offer Advanced Standing?
Master of Social Work (on campus: Lincoln Center, Westchester, Long Island): 31 credits; Full-time: 9 months; part-time: 1.5 to 2 years; Graduates of CSWE-accredited BSW programs (or recognized international equivalents) who earned the BSW within 5 years of applying. Hybrid Master of Social Work (Fordham/Molloy partnership, Long Island): 31 credits; Graduates of CSWE-accredited BSW programs (or recognized international equivalents) who earned the BSW within 5 years of applying.
How Much Does Fordham University's MSW Cost?
Master of Social Work (on campus: Lincoln Center, Westchester, Long Island): $1,098 per credit (2026-2027) (about $68,076 for 62 credits, before fees). Hybrid Master of Social Work (Fordham/Molloy partnership, Long Island): $1,098 per credit (2026-2027) (about $68,076 for 62 credits, before fees). Online Master of Social Work: $1,098 per credit (2026-2027; same rate shown on the online MSW cost of attendance sheets). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
Does Fordham University Require the GRE for Its MSW?
Master of Social Work (on campus: Lincoln Center, Westchester, Long Island): GRE not required. Hybrid Master of Social Work (Fordham/Molloy partnership, Long Island): GRE not required. Online Master of Social Work: GRE not required.
How Many Field Hours Does Fordham University's MSW Require?
Master of Social Work (on campus: Lincoln Center, Westchester, Long Island): 900 hours of practicum placements (500 hours for advanced standing). Hybrid Master of Social Work (Fordham/Molloy partnership, Long Island): 900 hours of practicum placements. Online Master of Social Work: 900 hours of practicum placements (500 hours for advanced standing).
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Sources
- fordham.edu: program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs (September 2026)
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
- New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, State Board for Social Work