University of St Thomas · Saint Paul, Minnesota
Master of Social Work (MSW)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (MSW) at University of St Thomas?
Master of Social Work (MSW) is a MSW program at University of St Thomas in Saint Paul, Minnesota, offered on campus and hybrid. It requires 56 credits (regular standing); 39 credits (advanced standing) and takes regular standing: 2 years full time or 3 years part time. At $875 per credit, estimated tuition is $49,000 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. University of St Thomas's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus and hybrid |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 56 credits (regular standing); 39 credits (advanced standing) |
| Length | Regular standing: 2 years full time or 3 years part time |
| Advanced standing | One year full time (blended hybrid, summer start) or two years part time (in person, fall start); BSW accredited by CSWE at the time of graduation |
| Field education | 400 hours minimum foundation practicum (regular standing) and 600 hours minimum clinical practicum |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer |
| Tuition | $875 per credit (Social Work: Masters) (2026-27) |
From health.stthomas.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 $49,000 is the 238th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 56 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 400 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
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After This MSW: The Minnesota License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LGSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 200 hours of supervision, at four to eight hours per 160 hour…
- Earn the clinical license (LICSW)Independent clinical practice
Minnesota license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (MSW): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (MSW) at University of St Thomas Cost?
$875 per credit (Social Work: Masters). That works out to about $49,000 for 56 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of St Thomas.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (MSW)?
56 credits (regular standing); 39 credits (advanced standing), Regular standing: 2 years full time or 3 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (MSW) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. One year full time (blended hybrid, summer start) or two years part time (in person, fall start); BSW accredited by CSWE at the time of graduation.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (MSW) Require?
400 hours minimum foundation practicum (regular standing) and 600 hours minimum clinical practicum, according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work (MSW) CSWE Accredited?
University of St Thomas's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.