Temple University · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Master of Social Work (on Site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (on Site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays) at Temple University?
Master of Social Work (on site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays) is a MSW program at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offered on campus. It requires 60 credits (Regular Entry) and takes 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time. At $1,193 per credit, estimated tuition is $71,580 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (34.5 credits of coursework plus 25.5 credits transferred from the BSW). Temple 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 |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits (Regular Entry) |
| Length | 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 34.5 credits of coursework plus 25.5 credits transferred from the BSW; BSW earned within the past five years |
| Tuition | $1,193 per credit PA resident; $1,639 per credit out-of-state (graduate Social Work rate) (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical Practice with Individuals and Families; Macro Practice in Organizations, Communities and Policy Arenas |
From temple.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 $71,580 is the 319th 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 25.5 credits, about $30,421 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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Master of Social Work (on Site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (on Site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays) at Temple University Cost?
$1,193 per credit PA resident; $1,639 per credit out-of-state (graduate Social Work rate). That works out to about $71,580 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Temple University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (on Site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays)?
60 credits (Regular Entry), 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (on Site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 34.5 credits of coursework plus 25.5 credits transferred from the BSW; BSW earned within the past five years.
Is Master of Social Work (on Site: Main Campus, Center City Saturdays) CSWE Accredited?
Temple University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.