USF · Tampa, Florida
Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus) at USF?
Master of Social Work (in-person, Tampa campus) is a MSW program at USF in Tampa, Florida, offered on campus. It requires 60 credits and takes full time over four semesters (Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring); part time over 8 consecutive semesters. At $430 per credit, estimated tuition is $25,826 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (35 credits). USF's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits |
| Length | Full time over four semesters (Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring); part time over 8 consecutive semesters |
| Advanced standing | 35 credits; Full time in three semesters; part time over 5 consecutive semesters; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program with B- or better in all undergraduate social work courses |
| Field education | 900 field hours (600 field hours for advanced standing) |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Tuition | $430.43 per credit hour for Florida residents; $994.29 per credit hour for non-residents (classroom-based MSW) |
| Specializations | Clinical practice |
From usf.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 $25,826 is the 59th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 900 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 25 credits, about $10,761 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Florida License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern
- Log supervised clinical hoursTwo years of post-master's supervised experience under an LCSW, consis…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Florida license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at USF
- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$33,000$550/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus) at USF Cost?
$430.43 per credit hour for Florida residents; $994.29 per credit hour for non-residents (classroom-based MSW). That works out to about $25,826 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with USF.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus)?
60 credits, Full time over four semesters (Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring); part time over 8 consecutive semesters, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 35 credits; Full time in three semesters; part time over 5 consecutive semesters; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program with B- or better in all undergraduate social work courses.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus) Require?
900 field hours (600 field hours for advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (In-Person, Tampa Campus) CSWE Accredited?
USF's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.