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University of South Dakota MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does University of South Dakota Offer?
University of South Dakota offers an MSW, offered online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credit hours). Estimated tuition starts at $21,504.
The University of South Dakota MSW
- FormatOn campus, Online1,000 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$21,504$358/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Specializations named on University of South Dakota's pages: Advanced generalist practice.
Admissions, Structure and Cost at University of South Dakota
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work (MSW) | 36 credit hours | 500 to 1,000 hours of field education depending on the plan of study (Path to Licensure program) | USD Sioux Falls: $358.40 per credit resident, $689.15 per credit non-resident; online courses: $495.70 per credit for all students |
From University of South Dakota'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 South Dakota Compares
University of South Dakota's lowest estimated tuition, $21,504 for Social Work (MSW), is below the national median of $40,180 (33rd lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 60 credits, against a national median of 60.
| University of South Dakota | South Dakota median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $21,504 | $21,504 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 60 | 59 | 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 South Dakota
- Social Work (BSW) (on campus). A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.
Is University of South Dakota's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of South Dakota'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 South Dakota's MSW to a South Dakota License
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam ((board-prescribed exam; level not named in the rule))For the CSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursUsually about two years of post-MSW practice
- Earn the clinical licenseIndependent clinical practice
South Dakota license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With University of South Dakota
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
Master of Social Work (MSW) at University of Nebraska at Omaha
University of Nebraska at Omaha · Omaha, NEFormatOn campus, OnlineCredits63Est. tuition$21,483$341/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (MSW) at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Minnesota State University Moorhead · Moorhead, MNFormatOnlineCredits31Est. tuition$21,794$703/creditAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (MSW) Online at Arkansas State University
Arkansas State University · Jonesboro, ARFormatOnlineCredits63Est. tuition$22,050$350/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline, On campusCredits30Est. tuition$20,910$697/creditAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work at Western New Mexico University
Western New Mexico University · Silver City, NMFormatOnline900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$20,638$344/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
University of South Dakota MSW: Common Questions
Is University of South Dakota's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of South Dakota'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 South Dakota Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. Social Work (MSW) is offered online.
Does University of South Dakota Offer Advanced Standing?
Social Work (MSW): 36 credit hours; Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
How Much Does University of South Dakota's MSW Cost?
Social Work (MSW): USD Sioux Falls: $358.40 per credit resident, $689.15 per credit non-resident; online courses: $495.70 per credit for all students (about $21,504 for 60 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
How Many Field Hours Does University of South Dakota's MSW Require?
Social Work (MSW): 500 to 1,000 hours of field education depending on the plan of study (Path to Licensure program).