Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania · Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania
Social Work (M.S.W.), Online
What Should You Know About Social Work (M.S.W.), Online at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
Social Work (M.S.W.), online is a MSW program at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, offered online. It requires 60 credits and takes two years full time (12-24 months). At $557 per credit, estimated tuition is $33,420 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (39 credits). Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits |
| Length | Two years full time (12-24 months) |
| Advanced standing | 39 credits; One year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer |
| Tuition | $557 per credit in-state; $613 per credit out-of-state (general online graduate rate) (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical practice with an embedded Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certificate |
From sru.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 $33,420 is the 105th 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 21 credits, about $11,697 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Pennsylvania License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 3,000 hours of post-master's supervised clinical experience, …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Pennsylvania license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Social Work (M.S.W.), Online: Common Questions
How Much Does Social Work (M.S.W.), Online at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Cost?
$557 per credit in-state; $613 per credit out-of-state (general online graduate rate). That works out to about $33,420 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.
How Long Is Social Work (M.S.W.), Online?
60 credits, Two years full time (12-24 months), according to the school's program page.
Does Social Work (M.S.W.), Online Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 39 credits; One year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
Is Social Work (M.S.W.), Online CSWE Accredited?
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.