University of Kansas · Lawrence, Kansas
Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina) at University of Kansas?
Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina) is a MSW program at University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, offered on campus. It requires 64 credit hours (36 classroom, 28 practicum) and takes 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time. At $502 per credit, estimated tuition is $32,115 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (38 credit hours (24 classroom, 14 practicum)). University of Kansas'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 | 64 credit hours (36 classroom, 28 practicum) |
| Length | 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 38 credit hours (24 classroom, 14 practicum); 1 year full time (summer, fall, spring); 2 years part time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program; 3.0 GPA or above preferred |
| Field education | Two practicum placements (28 credit hours), at least 16 hours per week in person |
| Start terms | Summer, Fall |
| Tuition | Lawrence and Edwards Campus (KU graduate tuition calculator, School of Social Welfare): Kansas residents $501.80 per credit hour base tuition plus $45 per credit hour school tuition; non-residents $1,176.10 plus $45; plus required student fee of $46.47 per credit hour and annual flat fees (calculator does not state the academic year). Salina (K-State partnership) courses: $495 per credit hour (school's 2025-2026 rate table) |
| Specializations | Clinical practice; Macro practice |
From socwel.ku.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 $32,115 is the 93rd lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 64 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Advanced standing drops 26 credits, about $13,047 in tuition at the published rate.
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After This MSW: The Kansas 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 hours3,000 hours of post-graduate supervised clinical work experience in a …
- Earn the clinical license (LSCSW)Independent clinical practice
Kansas license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at University of Kansas
Online Master of Social Work (Jayhawk Global) at University of Kansas
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Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina) at University of Kansas Cost?
Lawrence and Edwards Campus (KU graduate tuition calculator, School of Social Welfare): Kansas residents $501.80 per credit hour base tuition plus $45 per credit hour school tuition; non-residents $1,176.10 plus $45; plus required student fee of $46.47 per credit hour and annual flat fees (calculator does not state the academic year). Salina (K-State partnership) courses: $495 per credit hour (school's 2025-2026 rate table). That works out to about $32,115 for 64 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Kansas.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina)?
64 credit hours (36 classroom, 28 practicum), 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 38 credit hours (24 classroom, 14 practicum); 1 year full time (summer, fall, spring); 2 years part time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program; 3.0 GPA or above preferred.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina) Require?
Two practicum placements (28 credit hours), at least 16 hours per week in person, according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (Lawrence, KU Edwards Campus and K-State Salina) CSWE Accredited?
University of Kansas's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.