Missouri State University-Springfield · Springfield, Missouri
Master of Social Work (Online)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Online) at Missouri State University-Springfield?
Master of Social Work (online) is a MSW program at Missouri State University-Springfield in Springfield, Missouri, offered online. It requires 62 graduate credit hours and takes 2 years full time (regular standing). The school publishes a program total of $22,852. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (34 graduate credit hours). Missouri State University-Springfield's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 62 graduate credit hours |
| Length | 2 years full time (regular standing) |
| Advanced standing | 34 graduate credit hours; One year (three semesters) full time; part-time plan available; CSWE-accredited bachelor's degree in social work; begins in summer |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer |
| Tuition | Regular standing estimated program tuition $22,852 (plus $1,802 student service fees; $27,424 estimated total), same for in-state and out-of-state; based on 2024-2025 rates (2024-25) |
From missouristate.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 $22,852 is the 41st lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 62 credits compare with a median of 60.
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After This MSW: The Missouri 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 hoursMinimum 3,000 hours of supervised experience obtained in no less than …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Missouri license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Online): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Online) at Missouri State University-Springfield Cost?
Regular standing estimated program tuition $22,852 (plus $1,802 student service fees; $27,424 estimated total), same for in-state and out-of-state; based on 2024-2025 rates. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Missouri State University-Springfield.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Online)?
62 graduate credit hours, 2 years full time (regular standing), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Online) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 34 graduate credit hours; One year (three semesters) full time; part-time plan available; CSWE-accredited bachelor's degree in social work; begins in summer.
Does Master of Social Work (Online) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to Missouri State University-Springfield's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (Online) CSWE Accredited?
Missouri State University-Springfield's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.