Wayne State University · Detroit, Michigan
Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus) at Wayne State University?
Master of Social Work (Detroit campus) is a MSW program at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, offered on campus. It requires 60 credits and takes core: 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time. At $866 per credit, estimated tuition is $51,961 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credits). Wayne State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credits |
| Length | Core: 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 36 credits; 10-16 months full time (Spring/Summer start); 2 years part time (Fall start); B.S.W. degree earned within the last 5 years from a CSWE-accredited school |
| Field education | 450 clock hours in the foundation (core) year plus an advanced-year practicum |
| GRE | GRE not required |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring/Summer |
| Tuition | School of Social Work graduate tuition: $866.01 per credit in-state; $1,875.78 per credit out-of-state (effective Fall 2026) (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Interpersonal Practice; Community Engagement and Social Action |
From socialwork.wayne.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 $51,961 is the 254th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 60 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Its 450 field education hours compare with a median of 900 among programs that state them.
- Advanced standing drops 24 credits, about $20,785 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Michigan License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the Limited LMSW
- Log supervised clinical hours4,000 hours of post-degree supervised work experience accrued over not…
- Earn the clinical license (LMSW (Clinical))Independent clinical practice
Michigan license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus) at Wayne State University Cost?
School of Social Work graduate tuition: $866.01 per credit in-state; $1,875.78 per credit out-of-state (effective Fall 2026). That works out to about $51,961 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Wayne State University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus)?
60 credits, Core: 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 36 credits; 10-16 months full time (Spring/Summer start); 2 years part time (Fall start); B.S.W. degree earned within the last 5 years from a CSWE-accredited school.
How Many Field Hours Does Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus) Require?
450 clock hours in the foundation (core) year plus an advanced-year practicum, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus) Require the GRE?
GRE not required, according to Wayne State University's admissions information.
Is Master of Social Work (Detroit Campus) CSWE Accredited?
Wayne State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.