University of Hawaii at Manoa · Honolulu, Hawaii
Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
Master of Social Work (campus-based, Manoa) is a MSW program at University of Hawaii at Manoa in Honolulu, Hawaii, offered on campus. It requires 57 credit hours and takes full-time or part-time; degree requirements must be completed within four years of admission. Published tuition: General graduate rate: $650 per credit resident; $1,402 per credit non-resident (under 12 credits); 12+ credits $7,800 resident, $16,824 non-resident per semester; plus $467 fees per semester. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credits). University of Hawaii at Manoa'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 | 57 credit hours |
| Length | Full-time or part-time; degree requirements must be completed within four years of admission |
| Advanced standing | 30 credits; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program awarded not more than seven years before admission |
| Field education | Four semesters of field education, at least 900 total clock hours of field education and field integration seminar |
| GRE | GRE not required for most applicants (required when more than 25 percent of undergraduate coursework was graded pass/fail or similar) |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | General graduate rate: $650 per credit resident; $1,402 per credit non-resident (under 12 credits); 12+ credits $7,800 resident, $16,824 non-resident per semester; plus $467 fees per semester (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Children and families; Behavioral mental health; Health; Gerontology |
From manoa.hawaii.edu, reviewed September 30, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Its 57 credits compare with a median of 60.
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After This MSW: The Hawaii 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-graduate supervised clinical social work …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Hawaii license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa) at University of Hawaii at Manoa Cost?
General graduate rate: $650 per credit resident; $1,402 per credit non-resident (under 12 credits); 12+ credits $7,800 resident, $16,824 non-resident per semester; plus $467 fees per semester. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Hawaii at Manoa.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa)?
57 credit hours, Full-time or part-time; degree requirements must be completed within four years of admission, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 credits; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program awarded not more than seven years before admission.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa) Require?
Four semesters of field education, at least 900 total clock hours of field education and field integration seminar, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa) Require the GRE?
GRE not required for most applicants (required when more than 25 percent of undergraduate coursework was graded pass/fail or similar), according to University of Hawaii at Manoa's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (Campus-Based, Manoa) CSWE Accredited?
University of Hawaii at Manoa's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.