Oklahoma · Verified September 2026
MSW Programs in Oklahoma
Where Can You Earn an MSW in Oklahoma, and How Do You Get Licensed?
2 schools in Oklahoma offer 3 MSW programs we verified, including Northeastern State University and University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus. 2 can be taken online and 3 offer advanced standing. Estimated tuition runs from $19,865 to $38,700 before fees. After the MSW, Oklahoma'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 exam ((exam level not assigned to this license in the rules retrieved))For the LMSW
- Log supervised clinical hours3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience under a licensed clinica…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
- programs in Oklahoma
- 3
- schools
- 2
- CSWE-accredited schools
- 2
- offer advanced standing
- 3
- online programs
- 2
The Oklahoma Social Work License Path
Oklahoma Social Work Licenses
Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social WorkersLicensed Social Work Associate
- Degree
- Bachelor's degree in social work from a board-approved (CSWE-accredited) social work program; statute also allows master's or doctoral social work graduates to hold the LSWA
- Exam
- ASWB (exam level not assigned to this license in the rules retrieved)
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Licensed Masters Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a board-approved (CSWE-accredited) social work program
- Exam
- ASWB (exam level not assigned to this license in the rules retrieved)
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Licensed Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a board-approved (CSWE-accredited) social work program
- Exam
- ASWB (exam level not assigned to this license in the rules retrieved)
- Supervised experience
- 3,000 hours of supervised experience in the practice of social work under a licensed clinical social worker or licensed social worker with administration specialty, including at least 100 hours of face-to-face educational supervision
- Independent practice
- Yes
Licensed Social Worker With Administration Specialty
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a board-approved (CSWE-accredited) social work program
- Exam
- ASWB (exam level not assigned to this license in the rules retrieved)
- Supervised experience
- 3,000 hours of supervised experience in the administrative practice of social work under a licensed social worker with administration specialty, including at least 100 hours of educational supervision
- Independent practice
- Yes
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's degree in social work from a board-approved (CSWE-accredited) social work program
- Exam
- ASWB (exam level not assigned to this license in the rules retrieved)
- Supervised experience
- 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience under a licensed clinical social worker, including 3,000 hours of direct client contact and at least 100 hours of educational supervision
- Independent practice
- Yes
- Social Work Licensure Compact
- Listed by the Compact Commission among jurisdictions that have passed the compact language; the Commission's May 2026 FAQ says multistate licenses are not yet issued, with no definite date but likely within 9-12 months
From Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers, 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.
Oklahoma Schools Compared
| School | Programs | Formats | CSWE | Advanced standing | Lowest est. tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma-Norman CampusNorman · Public | 2 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $24,792 |
| Northeastern State UniversityTahlequah · Public | 1 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $19,865 |
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 Oklahoma
3 programs in Oklahoma
Master of Social Work (Norman and Tulsa Campuses) at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus · NormanFormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$24,792$413/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEOnline Master of Social Work (OU Online) at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus · NormanFormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$38,700$645/creditAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (In-Person and Online Options) at Northeastern State University
Northeastern State University · TahlequahFormatOn campus, Online900 field hoursCredits58Est. tuition$19,865$343/credit · 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 Oklahoma
3 Oklahoma programs publish enough to estimate tuition before fees, from $19,865 at Northeastern State University to $38,700 at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus. The Oklahoma median is $24,792, against $40,180 nationally.
| Program | Credits | Est. tuition | With advanced standing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern State University: Master of Social Work (in-person and online options)Master of Social Work (in-person and online options) | 58 | $19,865 | $10,960 |
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus: Master of Social Work (Norman and Tulsa campuses)Master of Social Work (Norman and Tulsa campuses) | 60 | $24,792 | $13,636 |
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus: Online Master of Social Work (OU Online)Online Master of Social Work (OU Online) | 60 | $38,700 | $21,285 |
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 Oklahoma
By MSWs awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus has Oklahoma's largest program, followed by Northeastern 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 Oklahoma-Norman Campus | 301 |
| Northeastern State University | 31 |
Online MSW Options for Oklahoma Residents
You aren't limited to schools in Oklahoma: 259 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll Oklahoma residents online and arrange your field placement in Oklahoma.
| 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 Oklahoma
| Occupation | Oklahoma median | U.S. median | Jobs in Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $43,950 | $59,550 | 6,500 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $56,120 | $67,880 | 2,310 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $43,120 | $60,280 | 1,780 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $101,860 | $71,900 | 320 |
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 Oklahoma?
We verified 3 MSW programs at 2 schools in Oklahoma; 2 of those schools are listed as accredited in CSWE's directory.
What Social Work Licenses Does Oklahoma Issue?
Oklahoma's board (Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers) issues LSWA, LMSW, LSW, LSW-ADM and LCSW. Clinical practice requires the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), after 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience under a licensed clinical social worker, including 3,000 hours of direct client contact and at least 100 hours of educational supervision.
Can Oklahoma Residents Earn an MSW Online?
Yes. Beyond Oklahoma's own programs, 259 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide; confirm each school can enroll Oklahoma residents and place you in a field practicum in Oklahoma. Online MSW programs.
How Much Does an MSW Cost in Oklahoma?
Estimated tuition for Oklahoma programs that publish a rate and their credits runs from $19,865 to $38,700 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 2 Oklahoma schools listed, reviewed September 2026
- Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers
- 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