Leavenworth, Kansas
University of Saint Mary MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does University of Saint Mary Offer?
University of Saint Mary offers an MSW, offered online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (30 credits). Estimated tuition starts at $37,500.
The University of Saint Mary MSW
- FormatOnline500 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$37,500$625/creditAccreditationCSWE
Specializations named on University of Saint Mary's pages: Health and Mental Health and Forensic Social Work.
Admissions, Structure and Cost at University of Saint Mary
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online Master of Social WorkStarts: Fall | 30 credits, As few as 12 months; 2-year pathway available | 500 hours minimum for advanced standing | GRE not required | $625 per credit hour (traditional track estimated at $37,500 for cohorts starting Fall 2026) |
From University of Saint Mary'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 Saint Mary Compares
University of Saint Mary's lowest estimated tuition, $37,500 for Online Master of Social Work, is below the national median of $40,180 (138th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 60 credits, against a national median of 60.
| University of Saint Mary | Kansas median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $37,500 | $32,886 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 60 | 63 | 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 Saint Mary
- 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 Saint Mary's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Saint Mary'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
From University of Saint Mary's MSW to a Kansas 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 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 social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With University of Saint Mary
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
Master of Social Work (in Person in Nampa, Idaho Falls Satellite Campus, or Live Online) at Northwest Nazarene University
Northwest Nazarene University · Nampa, IDFormatOn campus, OnlineCredits63Est. tuition$37,800$600/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline, On campusCredits62Est. tuition$37,820$610/creditAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work (Distance Learning Out-of-State Online) at UT Arlington
UT Arlington · Arlington, TXFormatOnlineCredits61Est. tuition$37,922$622/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEOnline Master of Social Work (Synchronous) at Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University · Stony Brook, NYFormatOnlineCredits68Est. tuition$37,060$545/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEOnline Master of Social Work at Colorado State University Pueblo
Colorado State University Pueblo · Pueblo, COFormatOnlineCredits69Est. tuition$37,950$550/creditAccreditationCSWE
University of Saint Mary MSW: Common Questions
Is University of Saint Mary's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Saint Mary'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 Saint Mary Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. Online Master of Social Work is offered online.
Does University of Saint Mary Offer Advanced Standing?
Online Master of Social Work: 30 credits; As few as 12 months; 2-year pathway available; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
How Much Does University of Saint Mary's MSW Cost?
Online Master of Social Work: $625 per credit hour (traditional track estimated at $37,500 for cohorts starting Fall 2026) (about $37,500 for 60 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
Does University of Saint Mary Require the GRE for Its MSW?
Online Master of Social Work: GRE not required.
How Many Field Hours Does University of Saint Mary's MSW Require?
Online Master of Social Work: 500 hours minimum for advanced standing.