University of Kentucky · Lexington, Kentucky
Master of Social Work (Online)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Online) at University of Kentucky?
Master of Social Work (online) is a MSW program at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky, offered online. It requires 60 credits (Regular Standing) and takes as few as 4 semesters (Regular Standing). At $790 per credit, estimated tuition is $47,400 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credits). University of Kentucky's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Credits | 60 credits (Regular Standing) |
| Length | As few as 4 semesters (Regular Standing) |
| Advanced standing | 30 credits; As few as 2 semesters; 12 months full time; BSW or BASW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within the past seven years; cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and social work GPA of 3.5 |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Tuition | $790 per credit hour for students enrolled in 1-8 credit hours per semester; in-state rate for all online students; block tuition for 9+ credit hours (2025-26) |
| Specializations | Child Welfare Practice Certificate; Clinical Social Work Certificate; Military Behavioral Health Certificate; School Social Work Certificate; Substance Use Disorder Certificate; Trauma-Responsive Practice Certificate; Rural Health and Wellbeing Certificate; Individualized Plan of Study |
From socialworkonline.uky.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 $47,400 is the 229th 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 $23,700 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Kentucky License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the CSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursMinimum of two years of post-master's supervised clinical experience; …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Kentucky license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Hybrid and Lexington Campus) at University of Kentucky
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Master of Social Work (Online): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Online) at University of Kentucky Cost?
$790 per credit hour for students enrolled in 1-8 credit hours per semester; in-state rate for all online students; block tuition for 9+ credit hours. That works out to about $47,400 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Kentucky.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Online)?
60 credits (Regular Standing), As few as 4 semesters (Regular Standing), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Online) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 30 credits; As few as 2 semesters; 12 months full time; BSW or BASW from a CSWE-accredited program earned within the past seven years; cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and social work GPA of 3.5.
Does Master of Social Work (Online) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to University of Kentucky's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (Online) CSWE Accredited?
University of Kentucky's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.