NYU · New York, New York
Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide) at NYU?
Master of Social Work (on campus in NYC and online nationwide) is a MSW program at NYU in New York, New York, offered on campus and online. It requires 65 credits and takes two-Year (full time, 4 semesters); 16-Month Accelerated (full time, spring start); 32-Month (evening/weekend, for applicants with 3+ years of experience); Extended (3 to 5 years); Extended One-Year Residence; Shanghai-New York. At $1,787 per credit, estimated tuition is $116,155 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (32 points (sample course of study on the tuition page)). NYU's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus and online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 65 credits |
| Length | Two-Year (full time, 4 semesters); 16-Month Accelerated (full time, spring start); 32-Month (evening/weekend, for applicants with 3+ years of experience); Extended (3 to 5 years); Extended One-Year Residence; Shanghai-New York |
| Advanced standing | 32 points (sample course of study on the tuition page); Two semesters (fall-spring), full time only; Graduates of a CSWE-accredited undergraduate social work program within the past 5 years |
| Field education | 900 hours of practicum education (two 450-hour placements) for students beginning practicum Fall 2024 or later; 450 hours for Advanced Standing |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring |
| Tuition | $1,787 per point, per term (2026-2027), plus registration and services fees (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical social work practice |
From socialwork.nyu.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 $116,155 is the 347th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 65 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 900 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
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After This MSW: The New York 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 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 board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at NYU
Hybrid MSW at NYU
NYU · New YorkFormatHybrid900 field hoursCredits65Est. tuition$116,155$1,787/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide) at NYU Cost?
$1,787 per point, per term (2026-2027), plus registration and services fees. That works out to about $116,155 for 65 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with NYU.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide)?
65 credits, Two-Year (full time, 4 semesters); 16-Month Accelerated (full time, spring start); 32-Month (evening/weekend, for applicants with 3+ years of experience); Extended (3 to 5 years); Extended One-Year Residence; Shanghai-New York, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 32 points (sample course of study on the tuition page); Two semesters (fall-spring), full time only; Graduates of a CSWE-accredited undergraduate social work program within the past 5 years.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide) Require?
900 hours of practicum education (two 450-hour placements) for students beginning practicum Fall 2024 or later; 450 hours for Advanced Standing, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to NYU's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (on Campus in NYC and Online Nationwide) CSWE Accredited?
NYU's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.