Long Island University · Brookville, New York
Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses) at Long Island University?
Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post campuses) is a MSW program at Long Island University in Brookville, New York, offered on campus. It requires 60 credits and takes 2 years full time; 3- or 4-year part-time plans. At $1,435 per credit, estimated tuition is $86,100 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (33 credits). Long Island University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits |
| Length | 2 years full time; 3- or 4-year part-time plans |
| Advanced standing | 33 credits; Undergraduate social work degree from a CSWE-accredited baccalaureate program; cumulative GPA of 3.0 standard; bridge course SWK 614 required |
| Field education | Minimum of 900 hours (400 generalist year; 500 specialization year) |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring (part-time spring start) |
| Tuition | $1,435 per credit graduate tuition (2026-27); university fee $529 part-time or $1,058 full-time per term |
| Specializations | Child and Family Welfare; Forensic Social Work; Substance Use and Addiction |
From liu.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 $86,100 is the 338th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 900 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 27 credits, about $38,745 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The New York License Path
- 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 board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses) at Long Island University Cost?
$1,435 per credit graduate tuition (2026-27); university fee $529 part-time or $1,058 full-time per term. That works out to about $86,100 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Long Island University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses)?
60 credits, 2 years full time; 3- or 4-year part-time plans, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 33 credits; Undergraduate social work degree from a CSWE-accredited baccalaureate program; cumulative GPA of 3.0 standard; bridge course SWK 614 required.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses) Require?
Minimum of 900 hours (400 generalist year; 500 specialization year), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (LIU Brooklyn and LIU Post Campuses) CSWE Accredited?
Long Island University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.