Ohio University-Main Campus · Athens, Ohio
Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus) at Ohio University-Main Campus?
Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens campus) is a MSW program at Ohio University-Main Campus in Athens, Ohio, offered hybrid. It requires 62 credit hours (Foundation track); 36 credit hours (Advanced Standing track) and takes 2 years full time (4 semesters); 3-year and 4-year part-time options. Published tuition: Athens campus 2026-27: $608 per credit hour Ohio resident, $1,128 non-resident; full-time comprehensive (9-18 hours) $4,928 per semester Ohio resident, $9,123 non-resident. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. Ohio 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 | hybrid |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 62 credit hours (Foundation track); 36 credit hours (Advanced Standing track) |
| Length | 2 years full time (4 semesters); 3-year and 4-year part-time options |
| Advanced standing | 1 year (3 semesters) full time, summer start; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within seven years of graduate admission, minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA, a reference from the senior-year field instructor and the most recent senior field evaluation |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer (advanced standing) |
| Tuition | Athens campus 2026-27: $608 per credit hour Ohio resident, $1,128 non-resident; full-time comprehensive (9-18 hours) $4,928 per semester Ohio resident, $9,123 non-resident |
| Specializations | Clinical social work in rural environments |
From ohio.edu, reviewed September 30, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Its 62 credits compare with a median of 60.
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After This MSW: The Ohio License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the master's-level license (LMSW or similar)
- Log supervised clinical hoursTwo full years (24 months) of post-LSW, post-MSW supervised social wor…
- Earn the clinical license (LISW)Independent clinical practice
Ohio license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at Ohio University-Main Campus
- FormatOnlineCredits62Est. tuition$33,046$533/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus) at Ohio University-Main Campus Cost?
Athens campus 2026-27: $608 per credit hour Ohio resident, $1,128 non-resident; full-time comprehensive (9-18 hours) $4,928 per semester Ohio resident, $9,123 non-resident. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Ohio University-Main Campus.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus)?
62 credit hours (Foundation track); 36 credit hours (Advanced Standing track), 2 years full time (4 semesters); 3-year and 4-year part-time options, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 1 year (3 semesters) full time, summer start; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within seven years of graduate admission, minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA, a reference from the senior-year field instructor and the most recent senior field evaluation.
Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to Ohio University-Main Campus's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Athens Campus) CSWE Accredited?
Ohio University-Main Campus's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.