Indiana University · Indianapolis, Indiana
Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus) at Indiana University?
Master of Social Work (Indianapolis campus) is a MSW program at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana, offered on campus. It requires 60 credit hours (regular standing); 30 credit hours (advanced standing) and takes varies by full-time or part-time enrollment; two-semester accelerated path for advanced standing. At $529 per credit, estimated tuition is $31,755 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credit hours). Indiana University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Indiana University's MSW is taught at IU Indianapolis, IU Bloomington and online (MSW Direct); CSWE lists it once, as Indiana University.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credit hours (regular standing); 30 credit hours (advanced standing) |
| Length | Varies by full-time or part-time enrollment; two-semester accelerated path for advanced standing |
| Advanced standing | 30 credit hours; Two-semester accelerated path; full-time or part-time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program |
| GRE | GRE, MAT and other graduate tests not required |
| Start terms | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Tuition | Fall 2026 Social Work Graduate Tuition (Indianapolis): $529.25 per credit hour in-state, $793.88 Indiana Partner, $1,137.00 out-of-state (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Behavioral Health; Children, Youth, and Families; Community and Organizational Leadership; Health; School Social Work; Special Practice Areas in Social Work |
From socialwork.iu.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 $31,755 is the 91st 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 $15,877 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Indiana License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least two years of clinical social work experience after the gradua…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Indiana license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at Indiana University
MSW Direct (Online) at Indiana University
Indiana University · IndianapolisFormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$40,138$669/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$31,755$529/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus) at Indiana University Cost?
Fall 2026 Social Work Graduate Tuition (Indianapolis): $529.25 per credit hour in-state, $793.88 Indiana Partner, $1,137.00 out-of-state. That works out to about $31,755 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Indiana University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus)?
60 credit hours (regular standing); 30 credit hours (advanced standing), Varies by full-time or part-time enrollment; two-semester accelerated path for advanced standing, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 credit hours; Two-semester accelerated path; full-time or part-time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
Does Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus) Require the GRE?
GRE, MAT and other graduate tests not required, according to Indiana University's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (Indianapolis Campus) CSWE Accredited?
Indiana University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.