SUNY College at Plattsburgh · Plattsburgh, New York
Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury) at SUNY College at Plattsburgh?
Master of Social Work (online and hybrid at Queensbury) is a MSW program at SUNY College at Plattsburgh in Plattsburgh, New York, offered online and hybrid. It requires 60 credits; 30 credits for advanced standing and takes two years full time; as little as one year with advanced standing. At $545 per credit, estimated tuition is $32,700 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. SUNY College at Plattsburgh's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online and hybrid |
| Credits | 60 credits; 30 credits for advanced standing |
| Length | Two years full time; as little as one year with advanced standing |
| Advanced standing | As little as one year; Bachelor's in social work from a CSWE-accredited program |
| Field education | Minimum 950 hours of fieldwork (450 first year, 500 second year) |
| Tuition | $545 per credit (NYS resident); $944 per credit (non-resident); fees extra (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Advocacy: community, groups, families and individuals |
From plattsburgh.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 $32,700 is the 97th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 950 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
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After This MSW: The New York 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 hoursAt least 36 months (three years) of full-time post-MSW supervised expe…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
New York license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury) at SUNY College at Plattsburgh Cost?
$545 per credit (NYS resident); $944 per credit (non-resident); fees extra. That works out to about $32,700 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with SUNY College at Plattsburgh.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury)?
60 credits; 30 credits for advanced standing, Two years full time; as little as one year with advanced standing, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. As little as one year; Bachelor's in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury) Require?
Minimum 950 hours of fieldwork (450 first year, 500 second year), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (Online and Hybrid at Queensbury) CSWE Accredited?
SUNY College at Plattsburgh's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.