Herzing University · Madison, Wisconsin
Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students)
What Should You Know About Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students) at Herzing University?
Online Master of Social Work (for non-BSW students) is a MSW program at Herzing University in Madison, Wisconsin, offered online. It requires 60 credits and takes 24 months full time; 48 months part time (average). At $675 per credit, estimated tuition is $40,500 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credits). Herzing University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Herzing's MSW is offered online; CSWE lists it under Herzing University.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits |
| Length | 24 months full time; 48 months part time (average) |
| Advanced standing | 36 credits; As few as 12 months; Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree |
| Field education | 900 total field practicum hours (500 for Advanced Standing), completed in person |
| Start terms | January (next classes start January 11) |
| Tuition | $675 per credit |
| Specializations | Mental Health; Medical Social Work; Children, Families, and Aging Services |
From herzing.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 $40,500 is the 179th 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 24 credits, about $16,200 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Wisconsin License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the APSW
- Log supervised clinical hours3,000 hours of clinical social work practice, including at least 1,000…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Wisconsin license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students): Common Questions
How Much Does Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students) at Herzing University Cost?
$675 per credit. That works out to about $40,500 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Herzing University.
How Long Is Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students)?
60 credits, 24 months full time; 48 months part time (average), according to the school's program page.
Does Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 36 credits; As few as 12 months; Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree.
How Many Field Hours Does Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students) Require?
900 total field practicum hours (500 for Advanced Standing), completed in person, according to the school's program page.
Is Online Master of Social Work (for Non-BSW Students) CSWE Accredited?
Herzing University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.