Durham, North Carolina

North Carolina Central University MSW Programs

CSWE-accreditedDepartment of Social Work, College of Arts, Social Sciences and HumanitiesPublic

What MSW Options Does North Carolina Central University Offer?

North Carolina Central University offers an MSW, offered on campus. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (35 credit hours). Published tuition: 2026-27 estimated graduate tuition: in-state $271.23 per credit hour ($2,441.00 per semester at 9+ hours); out-of-state $1,032.78 per credit hour ($9,295.00 per semester at 9+ hours); fees extra.

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The North Carolina Central University MSW

Specializations named on North Carolina Central University's pages: Advanced generalist practice.

Admissions, Structure and Cost at North Carolina Central University

ProgramAdvanced standingField educationGREPublished tuition
Social Work, M.S.W. (Traditional Two-Year and Advanced Standing)Starts: Fall, Summer (advanced standing)35 credit hours, One year (summer, fall, spring)Field practicum of 16 hours a week in the first year and 24 hours a week in the second yearGRE not required2026-27 estimated graduate tuition: in-state $271.23 per credit hour ($2,441.00 per semester at 9+ hours); out-of-state $1,032.78 per credit hour ($9,295.00 per semester at 9+ hours); fees extra

From North Carolina Central 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 North Carolina Central University Compares

It awarded 69 MSWs in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 5th of 13 in North Carolina and 133rd of 309 nationally among schools on this site.

North Carolina Central UniversityNorth Carolina medianU.S. median

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 North Carolina Central University

  • Social Work, B.S.W. (on campus). A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.

Is North Carolina Central University's MSW CSWE Accredited?

North Carolina Central 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 North Carolina Central University awarded 69 MSWs in 2022-23.

From North Carolina Central University's MSW to a North Carolina License

  1. Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
  2. Pass the ASWB exam (Masters (or ACSW examination))For the CMSW
  3. Log supervised clinical hoursUsually about two years of post-MSW practice
  4. Earn the clinical license (LCSWA)Independent clinical practice

North Carolina license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner

Similar MSW Programs to Compare With North Carolina Central University

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North Carolina Central University MSW: Common Questions

Is North Carolina Central University's MSW CSWE Accredited?

North Carolina Central 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 North Carolina Central University Offer an Online MSW?

No. North Carolina Central University's MSW is offered on campus, according to its own pages.

Does North Carolina Central University Offer Advanced Standing?

Social Work, M.S.W. (Traditional Two-Year and Advanced Standing): 35 credit hours; One year (summer, fall, spring); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program; minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 and major GPA of 3.25.

How Much Does North Carolina Central University's MSW Cost?

Social Work, M.S.W. (Traditional Two-Year and Advanced Standing): 2026-27 estimated graduate tuition: in-state $271.23 per credit hour ($2,441.00 per semester at 9+ hours); out-of-state $1,032.78 per credit hour ($9,295.00 per semester at 9+ hours); fees extra. Confirm current rates and fees with the school.

Does North Carolina Central University Require the GRE for Its MSW?

Social Work, M.S.W. (Traditional Two-Year and Advanced Standing): GRE not required.

How Many Field Hours Does North Carolina Central University's MSW Require?

Social Work, M.S.W. (Traditional Two-Year and Advanced Standing): Field practicum of 16 hours a week in the first year and 24 hours a week in the second year.

More MSW Programs in North Carolina

Sources

  1. nccu.edu: program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026
  2. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs (September 2026)
  3. U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
  4. North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board

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