Reno, Nevada
University of Nevada-Reno MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does University of Nevada-Reno Offer?
University of Nevada-Reno offers 2 MSW options, 1 of them online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credits). Estimated tuition starts at $23,100.
2 MSW Options at University of Nevada-Reno
Master of Social Work (on Campus, Redfield Campus) at University of Nevada-Reno
University of Nevada-Reno · RenoFormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$383per credit · general rate · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$23,100$385/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Specializations named on University of Nevada-Reno's pages: Advanced Generalist Practice.
Admissions, Structure and Cost at University of Nevada-Reno
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Social Work (on campus, Redfield Campus)Starts: Fall | 30 credits | Fall 2026/Spring 2027 graduate registration fee (tuition) $383.25 per credit; non-residents add $10,094.50 flat per semester at 7 or more credits ($421.75 per credit at 6 or fewer); mandatory fees extra (general graduate rate) | ||
| Online Master of Social Work | 30 credits | GRE not required | $385 per credit hour in-state ($23,100 traditional; $11,550 advanced standing); $770 per credit hour out-of-state ($46,200 traditional; $23,100 advanced standing) |
From University of Nevada-Reno'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 Nevada-Reno Compares
University of Nevada-Reno's lowest estimated tuition, $23,100 for Online Master of Social Work, is below the national median of $40,180 (45th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 60 credits, against a national median of 60. It awarded 213 MSWs in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 1st of 2 in Nevada and 37th of 309 nationally among schools on this site.
| University of Nevada-Reno | Nevada median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $23,100 | $23,100 | $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.
Other Social Work Degrees at University of Nevada-Reno
- Bachelor of Social Work (on campus). A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.
Is University of Nevada-Reno's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Nevada-Reno'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 Nevada-Reno awarded 213 MSWs in 2022-23.
From University of Nevada-Reno's MSW to a Nevada 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 hoursApproved post-graduate clinical internship while holding a Nevada LMSW…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Nevada license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With University of Nevada-Reno
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
Master of Social Work (Online) at Missouri State University-Springfield
Missouri State University-Springfield · Springfield, MOFormatOnlineCredits62Est. tuition$22,852published total · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits66Est. tuition$23,940$363/creditAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work at University of Southern Indiana
University of Southern Indiana · Evansville, INFormatOnline, Hybrid, On campusCredits54Est. tuition$24,135$447/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (MSW) Online at Arkansas State University
Arkansas State University · Jonesboro, ARFormatOnlineCredits63Est. tuition$22,050$350/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits51Est. tuition$24,213$475/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
University of Nevada-Reno MSW: Common Questions
Is University of Nevada-Reno's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Nevada-Reno'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 Nevada-Reno Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. Online Master of Social Work is offered online.
Does University of Nevada-Reno Offer Advanced Standing?
Master of Social Work (on campus, Redfield Campus): 30 credits; Graduation from a CSWE-accredited BSW program (contact the program director if more than 7 years ago); 2.75 GPA and at least a C in each social work course. Online Master of Social Work: 30 credits; CSWE-accredited BSW within the last seven years.
How Much Does University of Nevada-Reno's MSW Cost?
Master of Social Work (on campus, Redfield Campus): Fall 2026/Spring 2027 graduate registration fee (tuition) $383.25 per credit; non-residents add $10,094.50 flat per semester at 7 or more credits ($421.75 per credit at 6 or fewer); mandatory fees extra (general graduate rate). Online Master of Social Work: $385 per credit hour in-state ($23,100 traditional; $11,550 advanced standing); $770 per credit hour out-of-state ($46,200 traditional; $23,100 advanced standing) (about $23,100 for 60 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
Does University of Nevada-Reno Require the GRE for Its MSW?
Online Master of Social Work: GRE not required.