Portland State University · Portland, Oregon
Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options) at Portland State University?
Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online options) is a MSW program at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon, offered on campus and online. It requires 78 credits and takes two-, three- or four-year plans (Portland); three-year plans (Eugene, Central Oregon); two- or three-year plans (Online). At $591 per credit, estimated tuition is $46,098 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (46 credits). Portland State University'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 | 78 credits |
| Length | Two-, three- or four-year plans (Portland); three-year plans (Eugene, Central Oregon); two- or three-year plans (Online) |
| Advanced standing | 46 credits; Minimum of four terms, starting in summer; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program completed within five years of admission |
| Field education | 900 hours of practicum education (500 hours for advanced standing) |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer (advanced standing) |
| Tuition | $591 per credit (Oregon resident & WICHE), $650.10 (Washington border discount), $849 (nonresident); School of Social Work differential rate for MSW and PhD (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Advanced Clinical Practice; Advanced Macro Practice |
From pdx.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 $46,098 is the 219th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 78 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 900 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 32 credits, about $18,912 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Oregon 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 hoursUsually about two years of post-MSW practice
- Earn the clinical license (CSWA)Independent clinical practice
Oregon license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options) at Portland State University Cost?
$591 per credit (Oregon resident & WICHE), $650.10 (Washington border discount), $849 (nonresident); School of Social Work differential rate for MSW and PhD. That works out to about $46,098 for 78 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Portland State University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options)?
78 credits, Two-, three- or four-year plans (Portland); three-year plans (Eugene, Central Oregon); two- or three-year plans (Online), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 46 credits; Minimum of four terms, starting in summer; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program completed within five years of admission.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options) Require?
900 hours of practicum education (500 hours for advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to Portland State University's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (Portland, Eugene, Central Oregon and Online Options) CSWE Accredited?
Portland State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.