Valdosta State University · Valdosta, Georgia
Master of Social Work (Hybrid)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Hybrid) at Valdosta State University?
Master of Social Work (hybrid) is a MSW program at Valdosta State University in Valdosta, Georgia, offered hybrid. It requires 60 credit hours and takes 2-year or 3-year option. At $273 per credit, estimated tuition is $16,380 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (33 semester hours plus one field practicum). Valdosta State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | hybrid |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credit hours |
| Length | 2-year or 3-year option |
| Advanced standing | 33 semester hours plus one field practicum; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program within the last five years, meeting MSW admission requirements |
| Start terms | Fall |
| Tuition | MSW Professional Program rate: $273 per credit hour in-state; $1,044 per credit hour out-of-state (on-campus); MSW online tuition $273 per credit hour; mandatory fees extra (effective Fall 2026) (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Advanced generalist practice |
From valdosta.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 $16,380 is the 13th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Advanced standing drops 27 credits, about $7,371 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Georgia License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LMSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursThree years' full-time supervised experience after the master's degree…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Georgia license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Hybrid): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid) at Valdosta State University Cost?
MSW Professional Program rate: $273 per credit hour in-state; $1,044 per credit hour out-of-state (on-campus); MSW online tuition $273 per credit hour; mandatory fees extra (effective Fall 2026). That works out to about $16,380 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Valdosta State University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Hybrid)?
60 credit hours, 2-year or 3-year option, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Hybrid) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 33 semester hours plus one field practicum; 1 year; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program within the last five years, meeting MSW admission requirements.
Is Master of Social Work (Hybrid) CSWE Accredited?
Valdosta State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.