University of the Pacific · Stockton, California
Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus)
What Should You Know About Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus) at University of the Pacific?
Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento campus) is a MSW program at University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, offered hybrid. It requires 55 credit hours and takes 16 months. At $1,045 per credit, estimated tuition is $57,475 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (32 credit hours). University of the Pacific's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | hybrid |
| Credits | 55 credit hours |
| Length | 16 months |
| Advanced standing | 32 credit hours; 12 months; BSW from a CSWE-accredited institution |
| Field education | 1,104 field practicum hours (744 for advanced standing) |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | $1,045 per credit hour; total tuition $57,475 (advanced standing $33,440) |
| Specializations | Behavioral Health; Health Care |
From socialwork.pacific.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 $57,475 is the 281st lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 55 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Advanced standing drops 23 credits, about $24,035 in tuition at the published rate.
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.
Other MSW Options at University of the Pacific
- FormatOnlineCredits55Est. tuition$54,615$993/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus) at University of the Pacific Cost?
$1,045 per credit hour; total tuition $57,475 (advanced standing $33,440). That works out to about $57,475 for 55 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of the Pacific.
How Long Is Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus)?
55 credit hours, 16 months, according to the school's program page.
Does Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 32 credit hours; 12 months; BSW from a CSWE-accredited institution.
How Many Field Hours Does Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus) Require?
1,104 field practicum hours (744 for advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Is Hybrid Master of Social Work (Sacramento Campus) CSWE Accredited?
University of the Pacific's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.