Rochester, New York
Nazareth University MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does Nazareth University Offer?
Nazareth University offers an MSW, offered online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credits). Estimated tuition starts at $54,000.
The Nazareth University MSW
- FormatOn campus, Online900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$54,000$900/creditAccreditationCSWE
Specializations named on Nazareth University's pages: School social work, Early intervention, Aging, Autism, Play therapy, Substance abuse, Trauma-informed care and Evidence-based practice in mental health.
Admissions, Structure and Cost at Nazareth University
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Social Work (MSW) | 36 credits, 1 year full time (summer, fall, spring) or 2 years part time | Two practicum experiences totaling 900 hours (advanced standing: one 500-hour practicum) | $900 per credit hour (graduate social work rate, Summer A 2026-Spring 2027) |
From Nazareth University's own program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026. Blank cells: the school's pages don't state that detail. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school.
How Nazareth University Compares
Nazareth University's lowest estimated tuition, $54,000 for Master of Social Work (MSW), is above the national median of $40,180 (265th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 60 credits, against a national median of 60. It awarded 41 MSWs in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 17th of 20 in New York and 196th of 309 nationally among schools on this site.
| Nazareth University | New York median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $54,000 | $65,575 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Medians across programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. The MSW cost and loan calculator adds fees and federal loan limits.
Other Social Work Degrees at Nazareth University
- Social Work, B.S. (on campus). A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.
Is Nazareth University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Nazareth University's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in. All CSWE-accredited MSW programs
Federal data (IPEDS) show Nazareth University awarded 41 MSWs in 2022-23.
From Nazareth University's MSW to a New York License
- 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 social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With Nazareth University
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
Master of Social Work (Traditional MSW, Columbus Campus and Online) at Ohio State University
Ohio State University · Columbus, OHFormatOn campus, Online900 field hoursCredits63Est. tuition$53,842$855/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (MSW), In-Person and Online Synchronous Pathways at Monmouth University
Monmouth University · West Long Branch, NJFormatOn campus, Online900 field hoursCredits54Est. tuition$53,730$995/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatHybrid, Online900 field hoursCredits52Est. tuition$53,560$1,030/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits55Est. tuition$54,615$993/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$52,800$880/creditAccreditationCSWE
Nazareth University MSW: Common Questions
Is Nazareth University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Nazareth University's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in.
Does Nazareth University Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. Master of Social Work (MSW) is offered online.
Does Nazareth University Offer Advanced Standing?
Master of Social Work (MSW): 36 credits; 1 year full time (summer, fall, spring) or 2 years part time; Undergraduate social work degree from a CSWE- or CASWE-accredited program, or an international degree evaluated by CSWE's ISWDRES as comparable.
How Much Does Nazareth University's MSW Cost?
Master of Social Work (MSW): $900 per credit hour (graduate social work rate, Summer A 2026-Spring 2027) (about $54,000 for 60 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
How Many Field Hours Does Nazareth University's MSW Require?
Master of Social Work (MSW): Two practicum experiences totaling 900 hours (advanced standing: one 500-hour practicum).
More MSW Programs in New York
Sources
- www2.naz.edu: program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs (September 2026)
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
- New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, State Board for Social Work