Seton Hall University · South Orange, New Jersey
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Seton Hall University?
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) is a MSW program at Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey, offered on campus and online. It requires 60 credits and takes 2 years full time; up to 4 years part time. At $1,585 per credit, estimated tuition is $95,100 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (33 credits). Seton Hall 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 | 60 credits |
| Length | 2 years full time; up to 4 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 33 credits; 1 year full time; 2 years part time; Graduated from a CSWE-accredited undergraduate social work program within the past five years, with a minimum 2.75 GPA on the last 120 graded credits |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring |
| Tuition | $1,585 per credit (Arts and Sciences graduate rate, Academic Year 2027: Fall 2026 - Summer 2027) (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Behavioral Health; Forensic Social Work |
From shu.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 $95,100 is the 342nd lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Advanced standing drops 27 credits, about $42,795 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The New Jersey License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the LSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least two years of full-time experience in the practice of clinical…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
New Jersey license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (M.S.W.): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Seton Hall University Cost?
$1,585 per credit (Arts and Sciences graduate rate, Academic Year 2027: Fall 2026 - Summer 2027). That works out to about $95,100 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Seton Hall University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)?
60 credits, 2 years full time; up to 4 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 33 credits; 1 year full time; 2 years part time; Graduated from a CSWE-accredited undergraduate social work program within the past five years, with a minimum 2.75 GPA on the last 120 graded credits.
Is Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) CSWE Accredited?
Seton Hall University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.