Tulane University · New Orleans, Louisiana
Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans) at Tulane University?
Master of Social Work (on campus, New Orleans) is a MSW program at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, offered on campus. It requires 60 credit hours and takes four semesters over 16 months (accelerated full time). At $1,459 per credit, estimated tuition is $87,540 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (45 credit hours). Tulane 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 | Full time only |
| Credits | 60 credit hours |
| Length | Four semesters over 16 months (accelerated full time) |
| Advanced standing | 45 credit hours; Three semesters over 12 months, full time; on-campus advanced standing begins in summer; BSW from a CSWE-accredited institution within the last five years; B+ average or higher in the practicum course; GPA of 3.3 or better in social work-related courses |
| Field education | Minimum of 900 hours of supervised practicum (300 hours over each of three semesters) |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | $1,459 per credit hour, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 (plus academic support, student activity, recreation, health and technology fees) (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Mental Health, Addiction, and the Family (optional focus area) |
From tssw.tulane.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 $87,540 is the 340th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 900 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 15 credits, about $21,885 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Louisiana License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the CSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 3,000 hours of postgraduate social work practice over a minim…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Louisiana license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at Tulane University
- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$87,540$1,459/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans) at Tulane University Cost?
$1,459 per credit hour, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 (plus academic support, student activity, recreation, health and technology fees). That works out to about $87,540 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Tulane University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans)?
60 credit hours, Four semesters over 16 months (accelerated full time), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 45 credit hours; Three semesters over 12 months, full time; on-campus advanced standing begins in summer; BSW from a CSWE-accredited institution within the last five years; B+ average or higher in the practicum course; GPA of 3.3 or better in social work-related courses.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans) Require?
Minimum of 900 hours of supervised practicum (300 hours over each of three semesters), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (on Campus, New Orleans) CSWE Accredited?
Tulane University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.