Salisbury University · Salisbury, Maryland
Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites) at Salisbury University?
Master of Social Work (hybrid, Salisbury and four regional Maryland sites) is a MSW program at Salisbury University in Salisbury, Maryland, offered hybrid. It requires 62 credits and takes 2 or 3 years. At $453 per credit, estimated tuition is $28,086 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (32 credits). Salisbury University'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 credits |
| Length | 2 or 3 years |
| Advanced standing | 32 credits; 12 or 18 months; Bachelor's degree in social work (completed or in progress) from a CSWE-accredited college or university |
| Field education | Two yearlong practicums: 400 hours in the generalist year and 560 hours in the specialization year (advanced standing: 560 hours) |
| Tuition | Graduate tuition $453 per credit hour (resident); $837 (non-resident); $549 (non-resident regional, Hagerstown); mandatory fees additional (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical Social Work and Advocacy (CSWA); Social Change and Leadership (SCL) |
From salisbury.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 $28,086 is the 77th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 62 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 400 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 30 credits, about $13,590 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Maryland 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 hours2 years as a licensee with at least 3,000 hours of supervised experien…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW-C)Independent clinical practice
Maryland license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at Salisbury University
- FormatOnline400 field hoursCredits62Est. tuition$52,576$848/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites) at Salisbury University Cost?
Graduate tuition $453 per credit hour (resident); $837 (non-resident); $549 (non-resident regional, Hagerstown); mandatory fees additional. That works out to about $28,086 for 62 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Salisbury University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites)?
62 credits, 2 or 3 years, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 32 credits; 12 or 18 months; Bachelor's degree in social work (completed or in progress) from a CSWE-accredited college or university.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites) Require?
Two yearlong practicums: 400 hours in the generalist year and 560 hours in the specialization year (advanced standing: 560 hours), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (Hybrid, Salisbury and Four Regional Maryland Sites) CSWE Accredited?
Salisbury University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.