USC · Los Angeles, California
Online Master of Social Work
What Should You Know About Online Master of Social Work at USC?
Online Master of Social Work is a MSW program at USC in Los Angeles, California, offered online. It requires 48 units and takes 12-36 months. At $2,322 per credit, estimated tuition is $111,456 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. USC's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 48 units |
| Length | 12-36 months |
| Advanced standing | BSW or social welfare degree from a CSWE-accredited school earned within the past 5 years |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Spring |
| Tuition | $2,322 per unit (1-14 units); $34,823 flat rate per semester (15-18 units); estimated total tuition $111,456 (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Integrative Social Work |
From dworakpeck.online.usc.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 $111,456 is the 345th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 48 credits compare with a median of 60.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The California License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (California Law and Ethics Exam (must be taken annually until passed to renew the ASW registration, and passed to receive a subsequent registration))For the ASW
- Log supervised clinical hoursMinimum 3,000 hours over a minimum of 104 supervised weeks, including …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
California license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Online Master of Social Work: Common Questions
How Much Does Online Master of Social Work at USC Cost?
$2,322 per unit (1-14 units); $34,823 flat rate per semester (15-18 units); estimated total tuition $111,456. That works out to about $111,456 for 48 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with USC.
How Long Is Online Master of Social Work?
48 units, 12-36 months, according to the school's program page.
Does Online Master of Social Work Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. BSW or social welfare degree from a CSWE-accredited school earned within the past 5 years.
Does Online Master of Social Work Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to USC's admissions information.
Is Online Master of Social Work CSWE Accredited?
USC's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.