New Mexico State University-Main Campus · Las Cruces, New Mexico
Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus)
What Should You Know About Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus) at New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus) is a MSW program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus in Las Cruces, New Mexico, offered online. It requires 60 credits and takes 2 years full time (15 credits per semester); 3 years part time (9-12 credits per semester). At $444 per credit, estimated tuition is $26,664 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 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 | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits |
| Length | 2 years full time (15 credits per semester); 3 years part time (9-12 credits per semester) |
| Advanced standing | 30 credits; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program |
| Field education | Two practicum placements totaling 950 hours; advanced standing one placement of 500 hours |
| Tuition | $444.40 per credit hour ($250 per credit hour for active military); course fees charged separately |
| Specializations | Advanced generalist practice |
From global.nmsu.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 $26,664 is the 67th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 950 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 30 credits, about $13,332 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
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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Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus) at New Mexico State University-Main Campus Cost?
$444.40 per credit hour ($250 per credit hour for active military); course fees charged separately. That works out to about $26,664 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
How Long Is Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus)?
60 credits, 2 years full time (15 credits per semester); 3 years part time (9-12 credits per semester), according to the school's program page.
Does Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 credits; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
How Many Field Hours Does Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global Campus) Require?
Two practicum placements totaling 950 hours; advanced standing one placement of 500 hours, according to the school's program page.
Is Online Master of Social Work (NMSU Global 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.