West Virginia University · Morgantown, West Virginia
Master of Social Work (on Campus and Online)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (on Campus and Online) at West Virginia University?
Master of Social Work (on campus and online) is a MSW program at West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia, offered on campus and online. It requires 60 credit hours (regular standing); 36 credit hours (advanced standing) and takes on campus: regular standing 2 years full time or 3 years part time; online: regular standing 3 years part time. At $746 per credit, estimated tuition is $44,760 before fees (resident rate). BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credit hours). West Virginia 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 and online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 60 credit hours (regular standing); 36 credit hours (advanced standing) |
| Length | On campus: regular standing 2 years full time or 3 years part time; online: regular standing 3 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 36 credit hours; 12 months full time or 2 years part time (on campus or online); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program within the last eight years |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring (online), Summer (advanced standing) |
| Tuition | 2026-27 on campus (Eberly College of Arts and Sciences graduate rate): residents $746 per credit hour ($616 university tuition, $78 university fees, $52 college tuition) or $6,714 per semester; non-residents $1,942 per credit hour or $17,478 per semester; plus a $250 athletics fee each fall and spring. Online Social Work MSW: $768 per credit hour ($616 university tuition, $52 college tuition, $100 online learning fee) |
| Specializations | Advanced Integrated Practice |
From socialwork.wvu.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 $44,760 is the 208th 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 24 credits, about $17,904 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The West Virginia 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 hoursA minimum of two years of full-time employment and 3,000 hours of prac…
- Earn the clinical license (LICSW)Independent clinical practice
West Virginia license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work at Boston College
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Master of Social Work (on Campus and Online): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (on Campus and Online) at West Virginia University Cost?
2026-27 on campus (Eberly College of Arts and Sciences graduate rate): residents $746 per credit hour ($616 university tuition, $78 university fees, $52 college tuition) or $6,714 per semester; non-residents $1,942 per credit hour or $17,478 per semester; plus a $250 athletics fee each fall and spring. Online Social Work MSW: $768 per credit hour ($616 university tuition, $52 college tuition, $100 online learning fee). That works out to about $44,760 for 60 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with West Virginia University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (on Campus and Online)?
60 credit hours (regular standing); 36 credit hours (advanced standing), On campus: regular standing 2 years full time or 3 years part time; online: regular standing 3 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (on Campus and Online) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 36 credit hours; 12 months full time or 2 years part time (on campus or online); BSW from a CSWE-accredited program within the last eight years.
Is Master of Social Work (on Campus and Online) CSWE Accredited?
West Virginia University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.