Mississippi · Verified September 2026
MSW Programs in Mississippi
Where Can You Earn an MSW in Mississippi, and How Do You Get Licensed?
4 schools in Mississippi offer 4 MSW programs we verified, including Jackson State University, Mississippi Valley State University and University of Mississippi. 1 can be taken online and 4 offer advanced standing. Estimated tuition runs from $29,811 to $35,640 before fees. After the MSW, Mississippi's clinical license is the Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW).
- 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 hoursBoard-approved post-master's supervision by a Board-approved LCSW Supe…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
- programs in Mississippi
- 4
- schools
- 4
- CSWE-accredited schools
- 4
- offer advanced standing
- 4
- online programs
- 1
The Mississippi Social Work License Path
Mississippi Social Work Licenses
Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage and Family TherapistsLicensed Social Worker
- Degree
- Baccalaureate degree in social work from a college or university accredited by CSWE or the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
- Exam
- ASWB Bachelors
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Licensed Master Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree from a CSWE-accredited school of social work, or a doctorate in social work (DSW or PhD)
- Exam
- ASWB Masters
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Licensed Certified Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree from a CSWE-accredited school of social work, or a doctorate in social work; must be a current LMSW in good standing
- Exam
- ASWB Clinical
- Supervised experience
- Board-approved post-master's supervision by a Board-approved LCSW Supervisor: at least one hour per week of face-to-face supervision for a minimum of 100 hours, over a minimum of 24 months and no more than 36 consecutive months, including at least 1,000 hours of face-to-face client contact
- Independent practice
- Yes
- Social Work Licensure Compact
- Listed by the Social Work Licensure Compact as a jurisdiction that has passed the compact language; the Compact states multistate licenses are not yet being issued
From Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists, 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.
Mississippi Schools Compared
| School | Programs | Formats | CSWE | Advanced standing | Lowest est. tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson State UniversityJackson · Public | 1 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $29,811 |
| Mississippi Valley State UniversityItta Bena · Public | 1 | CSWE | Yes | ||
| University of MississippiUniversity · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | Yes | |
| University of Southern MississippiHattiesburg · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | Yes | $35,640 |
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 Mississippi
4 programs in Mississippi
Social Work - Master's (MSW) at University of Southern Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi · HattiesburgFormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$35,640$594/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campus, OnlineCredits57Est. tuition$29,811$523/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work (MSW) at Mississippi Valley State University
Mississippi Valley State University · Itta BenaFormat–Credits60Est. tuition$456per credit · general rate · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$571per credit · general rate · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
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 Mississippi
2 Mississippi programs publish enough to estimate tuition before fees, from $29,811 at Jackson State University to $35,640 at University of Southern Mississippi. The Mississippi median is $29,811, against $40,180 nationally.
| Program | Credits | Est. tuition | With advanced standing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson State University: Master of Social WorkMaster of Social Work | 57 | $29,811 | |
| University of Southern Mississippi: Social Work - Master's (MSW)Social Work - Master's (MSW) | 60 | $35,640 | $20,196 |
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 Mississippi
By MSWs awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), University of Southern Mississippi has Mississippi's largest program, followed by Jackson State 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 |
|---|---|
| University of Southern Mississippi | 62 |
| Jackson State University | 47 |
Online MSW Options for Mississippi Residents
You aren't limited to schools in Mississippi: 260 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll Mississippi residents online and arrange your field placement in Mississippi.
| Lowest-cost CSWE-accredited online programs elsewhere | Est. tuition |
|---|---|
| Florida Atlantic University: Master of Social Work - 100% Online Advanced StandingMaster of Social Work - 100% Online Advanced Standing · Florida | $11,155 |
| Appalachian State University: Master of Social Work, Advanced Standing (App State Online)Master of Social Work, Advanced Standing (App State Online) · North Carolina | $11,359 |
| Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro: Maestría en Trabajo Social (MSW), Especialidad en Trabajo Social Clínico - Online / PresencialMaestría en Trabajo Social (MSW), Especialidad en Trabajo Social Clínico - Online / Presencial · Puerto Rico | $12,939 |
| University of North Alabama: Master of Social Work (online)Master of Social Work (online) · Alabama | $14,850 |
| University of Arkansas: Online Advanced Standing Master of Social WorkOnline Advanced Standing Master of Social Work · Arkansas | $15,151 |
| East Carolina University: Master of Social Work, part-time online (Regular Pathway and Advanced Standing)Master of Social Work, part-time online (Regular Pathway and Advanced Standing) · North Carolina | $16,624 |
Compare every option on the online MSW programs page, or let the program matcher rank them for you.
Social Worker Pay in Mississippi
| Occupation | Mississippi median | U.S. median | Jobs in Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $46,530 | $59,550 | 3,310 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $62,250 | $67,880 | 1,890 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $48,970 | $60,280 | 920 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $91,560 | $71,900 | 280 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many MSW Programs Are in Mississippi?
We verified 4 MSW programs at 4 schools in Mississippi; 4 of those schools are listed as accredited in CSWE's directory.
What Social Work Licenses Does Mississippi Issue?
Mississippi's board (Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists) issues LSW, LMSW and LCSW. Clinical practice requires the Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), after Board-approved post-master's supervision by a Board-approved LCSW Supervisor: at least one hour per week of face-to-face supervision for a minimum of 100 hours, over a minimum of 24 months and no more than 36 consecutive months, including at least 1,000 hours of face-to-face client contact.
Can Mississippi Residents Earn an MSW Online?
Yes. Beyond Mississippi's own programs, 260 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide; confirm each school can enroll Mississippi residents and place you in a field practicum in Mississippi. Online MSW programs.
How Much Does an MSW Cost in Mississippi?
Estimated tuition for Mississippi programs that publish a rate and their credits runs from $29,811 to $35,640 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 4 Mississippi schools listed, reviewed September 2026
- Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists
- 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