University of Houston · Houston, Texas
Master of Social Work (Face to Face)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Face to Face) at University of Houston?
Master of Social Work (Face to Face) is a MSW program at University of Houston in Houston, Texas, offered on campus. It requires 51 credit hours and takes 2 years full program; 1 year advanced standing. At $475 per credit, estimated tuition is $24,213 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (34 credit hours (17 credit hours waived)). University of Houston'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 | 51 credit hours |
| Length | 2 years full program; 1 year advanced standing |
| Advanced standing | 34 credit hours (17 credit hours waived); 1 year; Hold or be in the process of completing a CSWE-accredited BSW degree |
| Field education | Minimum of 900 clock hours of practicum |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | Academic Year 2027 (fall 2026-summer 2027) Social Work graduate consolidated tuition and incidental fees: $474.76 per SCH resident, $1,002.76 per SCH non-resident (Masters/PS rate). Required fees such as the Student Services Fee are extra. (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Clinical Practice; Macro Practice |
From uh.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 $24,213 is the 51st lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 51 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 17 credits, about $8,071 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 (Face to Face): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Face to Face) at University of Houston Cost?
Academic Year 2027 (fall 2026-summer 2027) Social Work graduate consolidated tuition and incidental fees: $474.76 per SCH resident, $1,002.76 per SCH non-resident (Masters/PS rate). Required fees such as the Student Services Fee are extra.. That works out to about $24,213 for 51 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Houston.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Face to Face)?
51 credit hours, 2 years full program; 1 year advanced standing, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Face to Face) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 34 credit hours (17 credit hours waived); 1 year; Hold or be in the process of completing a CSWE-accredited BSW degree.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Face to Face) Require?
Minimum of 900 clock hours of practicum, according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (Face to Face) CSWE Accredited?
University of Houston's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.