Houston, Texas

University of Houston-Downtown MSW Programs

CSWE pre-candidacyDepartment of Social Work, College of Public ServicePublic

What MSW Options Does University of Houston-Downtown Offer?

University of Houston-Downtown offers an MSW, offered online. It is in CSWE pre-candidacy, not yet accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credit hours). Estimated tuition starts at $26,475.

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The University of Houston-Downtown MSW

Admissions, Structure and Cost at University of Houston-Downtown

ProgramAdvanced standingField educationGREPublished tuition
Master of Social WorkStarts: Fall 2026 (part-time advanced standing only)30 credit hours, 12 months full time; 24 months part time900 or more field practicum hours (500 or more for advanced standing)GRE not requiredFall 2026-Summer 2027 non-MBA graduate tuition: $441.25 per credit hour Texas resident; $796.25 non-resident; mandatory fees extra

From University of Houston-Downtown's own program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026. Blank cells: the school's pages don't state that detail. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school.

How University of Houston-Downtown Compares

University of Houston-Downtown's lowest estimated tuition, $26,475 for Master of Social Work, is below the national median of $40,180 (65th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 60 credits, against a national median of 60.

University of Houston-DowntownTexas medianU.S. median
Estimated tuition (lowest option)$26,475$37,922$40,180
Credits606060

Medians across programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. The MSW cost and loan calculator adds fees and federal loan limits.

Other Social Work Degrees at University of Houston-Downtown

  • Bachelor of Social Work. A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.

Is University of Houston-Downtown's MSW CSWE Accredited?

University of Houston-Downtown's MSW is in CSWE pre-candidacy (September 2026), the first stage before candidacy. It is not yet accredited; confirm the program's timeline with the school before you enroll, since most state boards require a CSWE-accredited degree. All CSWE-accredited MSW programs

From University of Houston-Downtown's MSW to a Texas License

  1. Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
  2. Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LMSW
  3. Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 3,000 hours of supervised professional clinical experience ov…
  4. Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice

Texas license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner

Similar MSW Programs to Compare With University of Houston-Downtown

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University of Houston-Downtown MSW: Common Questions

Is University of Houston-Downtown's MSW CSWE Accredited?

University of Houston-Downtown's MSW is in CSWE pre-candidacy (September 2026), the first stage before candidacy. It is not yet accredited; confirm the program's timeline with the school before you enroll, since most state boards require a CSWE-accredited degree.

Does University of Houston-Downtown Offer an Online MSW?

Yes. Master of Social Work is offered online.

Does University of Houston-Downtown Offer Advanced Standing?

Master of Social Work: 30 credit hours; 12 months full time; 24 months part time; BSW degree, minimum 3.0 social work GPA, and final BSW field practicum evaluation.

How Much Does University of Houston-Downtown's MSW Cost?

Master of Social Work: Fall 2026-Summer 2027 non-MBA graduate tuition: $441.25 per credit hour Texas resident; $796.25 non-resident; mandatory fees extra (about $26,475 for 60 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.

Does University of Houston-Downtown Require the GRE for Its MSW?

Master of Social Work: GRE not required.

How Many Field Hours Does University of Houston-Downtown's MSW Require?

Master of Social Work: 900 or more field practicum hours (500 or more for advanced standing).

More MSW Programs in Texas

Sources

  1. uhd.edu: program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026
  2. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs (September 2026)
  3. U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
  4. Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council, Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners

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