University at Buffalo · Buffalo, New York
Online Master of Social Work (Part Time)
What Should You Know About Online Master of Social Work (Part Time) at University at Buffalo?
Online Master of Social Work (part time) is a MSW program at University at Buffalo in Buffalo, New York, offered online. It requires 60 credits and takes part time only, 3 years. At $711 per credit, estimated tuition is $42,670 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (35 credits). University at Buffalo'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 | Part time only, 3 years |
| Advanced standing | 35 credits; Part time only, 1.5 years; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program, plus additional requirements |
| Field education | 900 total practicum hours (420-hour foundation + 480-hour advanced year), completed in person near the student's home; 480 hours for advanced standing |
| Tuition | 2026-27 online part-time MSW rate (fall 2026 combined tuition and fees): NY residents $711.16 per credit; non-residents $820.16 per credit |
From socialwork.buffalo.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 $42,670 is the 195th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 480 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 25 credits, about $17,779 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
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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Online Master of Social Work (Part Time): Common Questions
How Much Does Online Master of Social Work (Part Time) at University at Buffalo Cost?
2026-27 online part-time MSW rate (fall 2026 combined tuition and fees): NY residents $711.16 per credit; non-residents $820.16 per credit. That works out to about $42,670 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University at Buffalo.
How Long Is Online Master of Social Work (Part Time)?
60 credits, Part time only, 3 years, according to the school's program page.
Does Online Master of Social Work (Part Time) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 35 credits; Part time only, 1.5 years; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program, plus additional requirements.
How Many Field Hours Does Online Master of Social Work (Part Time) Require?
900 total practicum hours (420-hour foundation + 480-hour advanced year), completed in person near the student's home; 480 hours for advanced standing, according to the school's program page.
Is Online Master of Social Work (Part Time) CSWE Accredited?
University at Buffalo's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.