University of Washington · Seattle, Washington
Master of Social Work - Part-Time Program (Evening or Online Option)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work - Part-Time Program (Evening or Online Option) at University of Washington?
Master of Social Work - Part-Time Program (evening or online option) is a MSW program at University of Washington in Seattle, Washington, offered on campus and online. It requires 75 credits and takes 2-3 years (11 quarters including summers). At $1,025 per credit, estimated tuition is $76,875 before fees (resident rate). University of Washington'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 online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 75 credits |
| Length | 2-3 years (11 quarters including summers) |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | Estimated for students entering in 2026-2027, based on 2025-2026 rates: $1,025 per credit (resident and non-resident), plus UW/PCE fees of $412-458 per quarter and other program fees; estimated first year (24 credits) $27,973 (2025-26) |
| Specializations | Administration and Policy Practice; Community-Centered Integrative Practice; Clinical Social Work |
From socialwork.uw.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 $76,875 is the 331st lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 75 quarter credits compare with a median of 60 (quarter credits, so compare total cost rather than credit counts).
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After This MSW: The Washington License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the Advanced Social Worker Associate
- Log supervised clinical hoursUsually about two years of post-MSW practice
- Earn the clinical licenseIndependent clinical practice
Washington license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at University of Washington
Master of Social Work - Full-Time Two-Year Program and Advanced Standing Program (Seattle Campus) at University of Washington
University of Washington · SeattleFormatOn campusCredits75quarter creditsEst. tuition$8,898per term · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Similar MSW Programs at Other Schools
Online Master of Social Work (Online MSW) at Pacific Oaks College
Pacific Oaks College · Pasadena, CAFormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$76,980$1,283/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits–Est. tuition$78,000published totalAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus, OnlineCredits65Est. tuition$78,325$1,205/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$78,720$1,312/creditAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work - Part-Time Program (Evening or Online Option): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work - Part-Time Program (Evening or Online Option) at University of Washington Cost?
Estimated for students entering in 2026-2027, based on 2025-2026 rates: $1,025 per credit (resident and non-resident), plus UW/PCE fees of $412-458 per quarter and other program fees; estimated first year (24 credits) $27,973. That works out to about $76,875 for 75 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Washington.
How Long Is Master of Social Work - Part-Time Program (Evening or Online Option)?
75 credits, 2-3 years (11 quarters including summers), according to the school's program page.
Is Master of Social Work - Part-Time Program (Evening or Online Option) CSWE Accredited?
University of Washington's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.