New Jersey · Verified September 2026
MSW Programs in New Jersey
Where Can You Earn an MSW in New Jersey, and How Do You Get Licensed?
11 schools in New Jersey offer 15 MSW programs we verified, including Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, Georgian Court University and Kean University. 6 can be taken online and 12 offer advanced standing. Estimated tuition runs from $53,730 to $95,100 before fees. After the MSW, New Jersey'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 LSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least two years of full-time experience in the practice of clinical…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
- programs in New Jersey
- 15
- schools
- 11
- CSWE-accredited schools
- 10
- offer advanced standing
- 12
- online programs
- 6
The New Jersey Social Work License Path
New Jersey Social Work Licenses
New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners, Division of Consumer AffairsCertified Social Worker
- Degree
- Baccalaureate degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program (or one in candidacy for accreditation)
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Licensed Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program (or one in candidacy), or a doctorate in social work from an accredited institution
- 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 program (or one in candidacy), or a doctorate in social work from an accredited institution, plus minimum course requirements in clinical social work set by the board
- Supervised experience
- At least two years of full-time experience in the practice of clinical social work under the supervision of a New Jersey LCSW (or a supervisor eligible for licensure as an LCSW, or another supervisor acceptable to the board)
- 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 New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners, Division of Consumer Affairs, 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.
New Jersey Schools Compared
| School | Programs | Formats | CSWE | Advanced standing | Lowest est. tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers UniversityNew Brunswick · Public | 4 | Campus, Hybrid, Online | CSWE | Yes | $54,360 |
| Montclair State UniversityMontclair · Public | 2 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $57,720 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan CampusTeaneck · Private nonprofit | 1 | Online | CSWE | Yes | $59,700 |
| Georgian Court UniversityLakewood · Private nonprofit | 1 | Hybrid | CSWE | Yes | $54,600 |
| Kean UniversityUnion · Public | 1 | CSWE | Yes | ||
| Monmouth UniversityWest Long Branch · Private nonprofit | 1 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $53,730 |
| Ramapo College of New JerseyMahwah · Public | 1 | Hybrid | CSWE | Yes | $58,044 |
| Rowan UniversityGlassboro · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | $54,339 | |
| Seton Hall UniversitySouth Orange · Private nonprofit | 1 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $95,100 |
| Stockton UniversityGalloway · Public | 1 | CSWE | Yes | $54,180 | |
| Saint Peter's UniversityJersey City · Private nonprofit | 1 | Hybrid, Online | Pre-candidacy | Yes | $54,000 |
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 New Jersey
15 programs in New Jersey
- FormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$54,360$906/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybridCredits60Est. tuition$54,360$906/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
100% Online MSW Program at Rutgers University
Rutgers University · New BrunswickFormatOnline900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$67,920$1,132/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatHybrid900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$54,360$906/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work (MSW), In-Person (Day or Evening Cohort) at Montclair State University
Montclair State University · MontclairFormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$57,720$962/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEOnline Master of Social Work (MSW) at Montclair State University
Montclair State University · MontclairFormatOnline400 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$57,720$962/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatHybrid1,000 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$58,044$967/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Master of Social Work (MSW), In-Person and Online Synchronous Pathways at Monmouth University
Monmouth University · West Long BranchFormatOn campus, Online900 field hoursCredits54Est. tuition$53,730$995/creditAccreditationCSWE- Format–Credits60Est. tuition$10,456per termAccreditationCSWE
- Format–400 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$54,180$903/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus, OnlineCredits60Est. tuition$95,100$1,585/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$59,700$995/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybridCredits65Est. tuition$54,600$840/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits59Est. tuition$54,339$921/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybrid, OnlineCredits60Est. tuition$54,000$900/creditAccreditationPre-candidacy
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 New Jersey
14 New Jersey programs publish enough to estimate tuition before fees, from $53,730 at Monmouth University to $95,100 at Seton Hall University. The New Jersey median is $54,360, 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 New Jersey
By MSWs awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), Rutgers University has New Jersey's largest program, followed by Montclair State University and Ramapo College of New Jersey. Size tells you how many classmates, alumni and field placement partners to expect, not how good a program is.
Online MSW Options for New Jersey Residents
You aren't limited to schools in New Jersey: 255 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll New Jersey residents online and arrange your field placement in New Jersey.
| 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 New Jersey
| Occupation | New Jersey median | U.S. median | Jobs in New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $76,280 | $59,550 | 7,360 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $82,690 | $67,880 | 4,310 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $66,590 | $60,280 | 2,420 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $76,640 | $71,900 | 640 |
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 New Jersey?
We verified 15 MSW programs at 11 schools in New Jersey; 10 of those schools are listed as accredited in CSWE's directory.
What Social Work Licenses Does New Jersey Issue?
New Jersey's board (New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners, Division of Consumer Affairs) issues CSW, LSW and LCSW. Clinical practice requires the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), after At least two years of full-time experience in the practice of clinical social work under the supervision of a New Jersey LCSW (or a supervisor eligible for licensure as an LCSW, or another supervisor acceptable to the board).
Can New Jersey Residents Earn an MSW Online?
Yes. Beyond New Jersey's own programs, 255 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide; confirm each school can enroll New Jersey residents and place you in a field practicum in New Jersey. Online MSW programs.
How Much Does an MSW Cost in New Jersey?
Estimated tuition for New Jersey programs that publish a rate and their credits runs from $53,730 to $95,100 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 11 New Jersey schools listed, reviewed September 2026
- New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners, Division of Consumer Affairs
- 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