Widener University · Chester, Pennsylvania
Master of Social Work (on Campus, Chester, PA)
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work (on Campus, Chester, PA) at Widener University?
Master of Social Work (on campus, Chester, PA) is a MSW program at Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania, offered on campus. It requires 57 credits (Regular Track); 60 credits (School Social Work Specialization) and takes 2 years full time; under 4 years part time. At $1,020 per credit, estimated tuition is $58,140 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (36 credits). Widener 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 | 57 credits (Regular Track); 60 credits (School Social Work Specialization) |
| Length | 2 years full time; under 4 years part time |
| Advanced standing | 36 credits; Undergraduate social work degree from a CSWE-accredited program within the last six years |
| Tuition | $1,020 per credit (Social Work Master's, On Campus) (2026-27) |
| Specializations | Trauma-informed clinical practice; School Social Work specialization (60 credits) |
From widener.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 $58,140 is the 288th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 57 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Advanced standing drops 21 credits, about $21,420 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Pennsylvania License Path
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam (Masters)For the LSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 3,000 hours of post-master's supervised clinical experience, …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Pennsylvania license tiers from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Master of Social Work (on Campus, Chester, PA): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work (on Campus, Chester, PA) at Widener University Cost?
$1,020 per credit (Social Work Master's, On Campus). That works out to about $58,140 for 57 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Widener University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work (on Campus, Chester, PA)?
57 credits (Regular Track); 60 credits (School Social Work Specialization), 2 years full time; under 4 years part time, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work (on Campus, Chester, PA) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 36 credits; Undergraduate social work degree from a CSWE-accredited program within the last six years.
Is Master of Social Work (on Campus, Chester, PA) CSWE Accredited?
Widener University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.