Baltimore, Maryland
University of Maryland School of Social Work MSW Programs
University of Maryland, Baltimore
What MSW Options Does University of Maryland School of Social Work Offer?
University of Maryland School of Social Work offers 2 MSW options, 1 of them online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credits). Estimated tuition starts at $45,160.
2 MSW Options at University of Maryland School of Social Work
60-Credit Hybrid MSW (Baltimore or Universities at Shady Grove) at University of Maryland School of Social Work
University of Maryland School of Social Work · BaltimoreFormatHybridCredits60Est. tuition$45,160$753/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE60-Credit Online MSW at University of Maryland School of Social Work
University of Maryland School of Social Work · BaltimoreFormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$45,160$753/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Specializations named on University of Maryland School of Social Work's pages: Clinical and Leadership, Policy and Social Change (macro).
Admissions, Structure and Cost at University of Maryland School of Social Work
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60-Credit Hybrid MSW (Baltimore or Universities at Shady Grove)Starts: Fall, Spring | 36 credits, 11 months to 2 years (3-4 semesters) | In-person practicum 2 days per week in the first year and 3 days per week in the advanced year (16 to 24 hours per week) | MSW $752.66 per credit (resident); $1,374.96 per credit (non-resident) | |
| 60-Credit Online MSWStarts: Fall | 36 credits (up to 24 foundation credits awarded), Approximately 16 months, beginning in the fall semester | In-person practicum in the student's local community during weekday business hours | MSW $752.66 per credit (resident); $1,374.96 per credit (non-resident) |
From University of Maryland School of Social Work'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 Maryland School of Social Work Compares
University of Maryland School of Social Work's lowest estimated tuition, $45,160 for 60-Credit Hybrid MSW (Baltimore or Universities at Shady Grove), is above the national median of $40,180 (215th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 60 credits, against a national median of 60. It awarded 358 MSWs in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 1st of 3 in Maryland and 15th of 309 nationally among schools on this site.
| University of Maryland School of Social Work | Maryland median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $45,160 | $40,020 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Medians across programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. The MSW cost and loan calculator adds fees and federal loan limits.
MSW Dual Degrees at University of Maryland School of Social Work
Other Social Work Degrees at University of Maryland School of Social Work
- PhD in Social Work
- Doctor of Social Work (DSW) (on campus)
Is University of Maryland School of Social Work's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Maryland School of Social Work's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in. All CSWE-accredited MSW programs
Federal data (IPEDS) show University of Maryland School of Social Work awarded 358 MSWs in 2022-23.
From University of Maryland School of Social Work's MSW to a Maryland License
- 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 hours2 years as a licensee with at least 3,000 hours of supervised experien…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW-C)Independent clinical practice
Maryland license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With University of Maryland School of Social Work
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Merrimack College
Merrimack College · North Andover, MAFormatOnline, On campus900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$45,000$750/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$45,000published totalAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work at Moravian University
Moravian University · Bethlehem, PAFormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$45,000$750/creditAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (Online) at University of North Dakota
University of North Dakota · Grand Forks, NDFormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$45,331$756/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline1,000 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$44,814$747/creditAccreditationCSWE
University of Maryland School of Social Work MSW: Common Questions
Is University of Maryland School of Social Work's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Maryland School of Social Work's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in.
Does University of Maryland School of Social Work Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. 60-Credit Online MSW is offered online.
Does University of Maryland School of Social Work Offer Advanced Standing?
60-Credit Hybrid MSW (Baltimore or Universities at Shady Grove): 36 credits; 11 months to 2 years (3-4 semesters); Undergraduate social work program accredited by CSWE completed within the five years preceding enrollment; minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and 3.0 GPA for the last 60 credits. 60-Credit Online MSW: 36 credits (up to 24 foundation credits awarded); Approximately 16 months, beginning in the fall semester; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program completed within five years of intended enrollment; minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and 3.0 in the last 60 credits; B or higher in all practice and field practicum courses; residence in Maryland or the surrounding areas.
How Much Does University of Maryland School of Social Work's MSW Cost?
60-Credit Hybrid MSW (Baltimore or Universities at Shady Grove): MSW $752.66 per credit (resident); $1,374.96 per credit (non-resident) (about $45,160 for 60 credits, before fees). 60-Credit Online MSW: MSW $752.66 per credit (resident); $1,374.96 per credit (non-resident) (about $45,160 for 60 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
How Many Field Hours Does University of Maryland School of Social Work's MSW Require?
60-Credit Hybrid MSW (Baltimore or Universities at Shady Grove): In-person practicum 2 days per week in the first year and 3 days per week in the advanced year (16 to 24 hours per week). 60-Credit Online MSW: In-person practicum in the student's local community during weekday business hours.
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Sources
- ssw.umaryland.edu: program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs (September 2026)
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
- Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners (BSWE), Maryland Department of Health