University of Houston-Downtown · Houston, Texas
Master of Social Work
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown?
Master of Social Work is a MSW program at University of Houston-Downtown in Houston, Texas, offered online. It requires 60 credit hours (30 advanced standing) and takes 2 years full time; 4 years part time. At $441 per credit, estimated tuition is $26,475 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credit hours). University of Houston-Downtown's MSW is in CSWE pre-candidacy (September 2026), not yet accredited.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credit hours (30 advanced standing) |
| Length | 2 years full time; 4 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 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 |
| Field education | 900 or more field practicum hours (500 or more for advanced standing) |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall 2026 (part-time advanced standing only) |
| Tuition | Fall 2026-Summer 2027 non-MBA graduate tuition: $441.25 per credit hour Texas resident; $796.25 non-resident; mandatory fees extra (2026-27) |
From uhd.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 $26,475 is the 65th 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 30 credits, about $13,237 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Texas 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 3,000 hours of supervised professional clinical experience ov…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Texas license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work: Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown Cost?
Fall 2026-Summer 2027 non-MBA graduate tuition: $441.25 per credit hour Texas resident; $796.25 non-resident; mandatory fees extra. That works out to about $26,475 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Houston-Downtown.
How Long Is Master of Social Work?
60 credit hours (30 advanced standing), 2 years full time; 4 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 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 Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work Require?
900 or more field practicum hours (500 or more for advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to University of Houston-Downtown's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work CSWE Accredited?
University of Houston-Downtown's MSW is in CSWE pre-candidacy (September 2026), not yet accredited.