Moravian University · Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Master of Social Work

MSWCSWE-accreditedOnline

What Should You Know About Master of Social Work at Moravian University?

Master of Social Work is a MSW program at Moravian University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, offered online. It requires 60 credits and takes 2 years full time; 4 years part time. At $750 per credit, estimated tuition is $45,000 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credits). Moravian University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.

Program Details

DegreeMSW
Formatonline
Part timeOffered
Credits60 credits
Length2 years full time; 4 years part time
Advanced standing36 credits; 1 year full time; 2 years part time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited institution (no time limit)
Start termsFall, Spring (part time only), Summer (Advanced Standing)
Tuition$750 per credit ($45,000 regular standing; $27,000 advanced standing)
SpecializationsHealing centered clinical practice; Healing centered macro practice

From moravian.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 $45,000 is the 211th 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 $18,000 in tuition at the published rate.

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After This MSW: The Pennsylvania License Path

  1. Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
  2. Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LSW
  3. Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 3,000 hours of post-master's supervised clinical experience, …
  4. 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 Moravian University Cost?

$750 per credit ($45,000 regular standing; $27,000 advanced standing). That works out to about $45,000 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Moravian University.

How Long Is Master of Social Work?

60 credits, 2 years full time; 4 years part time, according to the school's program page.

Does Master of Social Work Offer Advanced Standing?

Yes. 36 credits; 1 year full time; 2 years part time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited institution (no time limit).

Is Master of Social Work CSWE Accredited?

Moravian University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.

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Sources

  1. moravian.edu: Master of Social Work program page, reviewed September 30, 2026
  2. CSWE, directory of accredited programs (September 2026)

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