La Salle University · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Master of Social Work
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work at La Salle University?
Master of Social Work is a MSW program at La Salle University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offered hybrid. It requires 60 credits (20 courses), Traditional Program and takes 1, 2, 3 or 4 years. At $955 per credit, estimated tuition is $57,300 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credits (10 courses)). La Salle University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | hybrid |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits (20 courses), Traditional Program |
| Length | 1, 2, 3 or 4 years |
| Advanced standing | 30 credits (10 courses) |
| Field education | 1,100 hours (Traditional); 600 hours (Advanced Standing) |
| Start terms | January, May, June, August |
| Tuition | $955 per credit hour (Master of Social Work part-time and one-year) (2026-27) |
From lasalle.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 $57,300 is the 279th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 1,100 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 30 credits, about $28,650 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Pennsylvania 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 3,000 hours of post-master's supervised clinical experience, …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Pennsylvania license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work: Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work at La Salle University Cost?
$955 per credit hour (Master of Social Work part-time and one-year). That works out to about $57,300 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with La Salle University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work?
60 credits (20 courses), Traditional Program, 1, 2, 3 or 4 years, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 credits (10 courses).
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work Require?
1,100 hours (Traditional); 600 hours (Advanced Standing), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work CSWE Accredited?
La Salle University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.