New Mexico State University-Main Campus · Las Cruces, New Mexico
Master of Social Work (Las Cruces Campus)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Las Cruces Campus) at New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
Master of Social Work (Las Cruces campus) is a MSW program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus in Las Cruces, New Mexico, offered on campus. It requires 60 credits and takes 2 years full time; 3-year pathway. Published tuition: 2026-27 Las Cruces graduate tuition and fees for 9 credit hours per semester: $4,652 per semester / $9,305 per year (New Mexico residents); $13,814 per semester / $27,628 per year (non-residents). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (33 credits). New Mexico State University-Main Campus'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-year pathway |
| Advanced standing | 33 credits; 1 year (summer bridge courses, fall, spring); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer (advanced standing) |
| Tuition | 2026-27 Las Cruces graduate tuition and fees for 9 credit hours per semester: $4,652 per semester / $9,305 per year (New Mexico residents); $13,814 per semester / $27,628 per year (non-residents) |
| Specializations | Advanced generalist practice |
From socialwork.nmsu.edu, reviewed September 30, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
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After This MSW: The New Mexico 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 hoursNot less than two years of post-graduate supervised social work experi…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
New Mexico license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Las Cruces Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Las Cruces Campus) at New Mexico State University-Main Campus Cost?
2026-27 Las Cruces graduate tuition and fees for 9 credit hours per semester: $4,652 per semester / $9,305 per year (New Mexico residents); $13,814 per semester / $27,628 per year (non-residents). Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Las Cruces Campus)?
60 credits, 2 years full time; 3-year pathway, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Las Cruces Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 33 credits; 1 year (summer bridge courses, fall, spring); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
Is Master of Social Work (Las Cruces Campus) CSWE Accredited?
New Mexico State University-Main Campus's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.