Florida · Verified September 2026
MSW Programs in Florida
Where Can You Earn an MSW in Florida, and How Do You Get Licensed?
13 schools in Florida offer 20 MSW programs we verified, including Ana G. Mendez University, Barry University and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. 8 can be taken online and 19 offer advanced standing. Estimated tuition runs from $11,155 to $44,100 before fees. After the MSW, Florida's clinical license is the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern
- Log supervised clinical hoursTwo years of post-master's supervised experience under an LCSW, consis…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
- programs in Florida
- 20
- schools
- 13
- CSWE-accredited schools
- 13
- offer advanced standing
- 19
- online programs
- 8
The Florida Social Work License Path
Florida Social Work Licenses
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health CounselingRegistered Clinical Social Worker Intern
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school showing graduate-level coursework (registration allowed with 15 semester or 22 quarter hours of the required clinical coursework completed)
- Exam
- none
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Certified Master Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school, with 3 semester hours of graduate coursework in specified macro content areas
- Exam
- ASWB Advanced Generalist
- Supervised experience
- 3 years of experience in the field of social work, 2 years of which must be post-master's under the supervision of a person who meets the requirements for certification as a certified master social worker or as a clinical social worker.
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school, including 24 semester or 32 quarter hours of clinically oriented coursework (at least one psychopathology course) and a clinical practicum
- Exam
- ASWB Clinical
- Supervised experience
- Two years of post-master's supervised experience under an LCSW, consisting of at least 100 hours of supervision in no less than 100 weeks, 1,500 hours of face-to-face psychotherapy with clients, and 1 hour of supervision every two weeks.
- Independent practice
- Yes
From Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, reviewed 2026-09-30. Rules change; confirm with the board before you plan your supervised hours. Plan your own timeline with the license pathway planner.
Florida Schools Compared
| School | Programs | Formats | CSWE | Advanced standing | Lowest est. tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State UniversityTallahassee · Public | 3 | Campus, Hybrid, Online | CSWE | Yes | $27,084 |
| Barry UniversityMiami · Private nonprofit | 2 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $42,525 |
| Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton · Public | 2 | Hybrid, Online | CSWE | Yes | $11,155 |
| UCFOrlando · Public | 2 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $22,918 |
| University of West FloridaPensacola · Public | 2 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $22,731 |
| USFTampa · Public | 2 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $25,826 |
| Ana G. Mendez UniversityOrlando · Private nonprofit | 1 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $26,730 |
| Florida Agricultural and Mechanical UniversityTallahassee · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | ||
| Florida Gulf Coast UniversityFort Myers · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | Yes | $22,403 |
| Florida International UniversityMiami · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | Yes | $27,338 |
| Saint Leo UniversitySaint Leo · Private nonprofit | 1 | Online | CSWE | Yes | $38,440 |
| Southeastern UniversityLakeland · Private nonprofit | 1 | Campus | CSWE | Yes | $37,375 |
| University of North FloridaJacksonville · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | Yes | $29,612 |
From each school's own pages, reviewed September 2026. CSWE status from CSWE's directory. Estimated tuition is the published per-credit rate times the stated credits, before fees, or the school's published total.
Every MSW Program in Florida
20 programs in Florida
- FormatOn campusCredits62Est. tuition$22,918$370/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Online Master of Social Work at UCF
UCF · OrlandoFormatOnline1,000 field hoursCredits62Est. tuition$30,222$487/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$25,826$430/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$33,000$550/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campusCredits63Est. tuition$42,525$675/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnline1,000 field hoursCredits63Est. tuition$44,100$700/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits62Est. tuition$38,440$620/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campusCredits65Est. tuition$37,375$575/creditAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work, M.S.W. at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University · TallahasseeFormatOn campusCredits–Est. tuition$406per credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (MSW) at Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida Gulf Coast University · Fort MyersFormatOn campus500 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$22,403$373/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campus, OnlineCredits54Est. tuition$26,730$495/creditAccreditationCSWE
MSW on Campus/Online Blend (Boca Raton and Davie) at Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic University · Boca RatonFormatHybridCredits60Est. tuition$22,309$372/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work - 100% Online Advanced Standing at Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic University · Boca RatonFormatOnlineCredits30Est. tuition$11,155$372/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$27,338$456/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work (Tallahassee Campus) at Florida State University
Florida State University · TallahasseeFormatOn campusCredits61Est. tuition$479per credit · general rate · resident rateAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (Panama City Campus) at Florida State University
Florida State University · TallahasseeFormatHybridCredits61Est. tuition$444per credit · general rate · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnlineCredits61Est. tuition$27,084$444/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$29,612$494/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Social Work MSW (Face-to-Face, Pensacola) at University of West Florida
University of West Florida · PensacolaFormatOn campus300 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$22,731$379/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$27,000$450/creditAccreditationCSWE
No programs match these filters.
Program facts come from each school's own pages, reviewed September 2026. Estimated tuition is the published per-credit rate times the stated credits, before fees, or the school's published program total; "resident rate" means the school charges nonresidents more. CSWE status comes from CSWE's directory of accredited programs.
What an MSW Costs in Florida
17 Florida programs publish enough to estimate tuition before fees, from $11,155 at Florida Atlantic University to $44,100 at Barry University. The Florida median is $27,084, against $40,180 nationally.
Public universities' figures are usually the in-state rate. Turn any program into a full cost and loan estimate with the MSW cost and loan calculator.
Largest MSW Programs in Florida
By MSWs awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), UCF has Florida's largest program, followed by USF and Barry University. Size tells you how many classmates, alumni and field placement partners to expect, not how good a program is.
| School | MSWs awarded, 2022-23 |
|---|---|
| UCF | 193 |
| USF | 127 |
| Barry University | 80 |
| Saint Leo University | 78 |
| Southeastern University | 40 |
| Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University | 24 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | 24 |
Online MSW Options for Florida Residents
You aren't limited to schools in Florida: 253 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll Florida residents online and arrange your field placement in Florida.
Compare every option on the online MSW programs page, or let the program matcher rank them for you.
Social Worker Pay in Florida
| Occupation | Florida median | U.S. median | Jobs in Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $56,550 | $59,550 | 14,000 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $64,820 | $67,880 | 10,520 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $51,590 | $60,280 | 5,150 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $58,550 | $71,900 | 4,800 |
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. A high median on few jobs describes a small market. What you can do with an MSW.
MSW Programs Near Florida Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many MSW Programs Are in Florida?
We verified 20 MSW programs at 13 schools in Florida; 13 of those schools are listed as accredited in CSWE's directory.
What Social Work Licenses Does Florida Issue?
Florida's board (Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling) issues Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, CMSW and LCSW. Clinical practice requires the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), after Two years of post-master's supervised experience under an LCSW, consisting of at least 100 hours of supervision in no less than 100 weeks, 1,500 hours of face-to-face psychotherapy with clients, and 1 hour of supervision every two weeks.
Can Florida Residents Earn an MSW Online?
Yes. Beyond Florida's own programs, 253 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide; confirm each school can enroll Florida residents and place you in a field practicum in Florida. Online MSW programs.
How Much Does an MSW Cost in Florida?
Estimated tuition for Florida programs that publish a rate and their credits runs from $11,155 to $44,100 before fees. Public universities usually charge nonresidents more, and advanced standing cuts the total for BSW graduates.
Nearby States
Sources
- Official program, tuition and admissions pages of the 13 Florida schools listed, reviewed September 2026
- Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025