Spalding University · Louisville, Kentucky
Master of Social Work
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work at Spalding University?
Master of Social Work is a MSW program at Spalding University in Louisville, Kentucky, offered hybrid. It requires 60 credit hours. At $650 per credit, estimated tuition is $39,000 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (31 credit hours). Spalding University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | hybrid |
| Credits | 60 credit hours |
| Advanced standing | 31 credit hours; BSW or BSSW degree from a CSWE-accredited university |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | $650 per credit hour plus $5 per credit hour technology fee (2025-26) |
From spalding.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 $39,000 is the 154th 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 29 credits, about $18,850 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Kentucky License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the CSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursMinimum of two years of post-master's supervised clinical experience; …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Kentucky license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work: Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work at Spalding University Cost?
$650 per credit hour plus $5 per credit hour technology fee. That works out to about $39,000 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Spalding University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work?
60 credit hours, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 31 credit hours; BSW or BSSW degree from a CSWE-accredited university.
Is Master of Social Work CSWE Accredited?
Spalding University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.