Social work programs offered online provide flexibility while meeting high academic standards. Here are the top 10 online programs, each known for its unique offerings, accreditation, and robust career preparation.
1. University of Southern California (USC)
Founded in 1880, USC’s Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work offers an accredited MSW with flexible online formats.
- Tuition: $60,000–$70,000
- Website: USC MSW
- Contact: (213) 740-2013
2. Columbia University
Columbia, established in 1754, offers a high-quality online MSW with options for part-time and full-time study.
- Tuition: $82,000 (approx.)
- Website: Columbia MSW
- Contact: (212) 851-2300
3. University of Denver
The University of Denver has provided education since 1864, now offering a CSWE-accredited online MSW program.
- Tuition: $53,000
- Website: DU MSW
- Contact: (303) 871-2000
4. Boston University
Founded in 1839, Boston University provides an online MSW with a strong focus on clinical practice and macro social work.
- Tuition: $62,000
- Website: BU MSW
- Contact: (617) 353-2000
5. Florida State University (FSU)
FSU, established in 1851, offers an advanced standing MSW option online.
- Tuition: $30,000
- Website: FSU MSW
- Contact: (850) 644-2525
6. Arizona State University (ASU)
ASU, founded in 1885, provides a fully online MSW focused on behavioral health.
- Tuition: $25,000–$45,000
- Website: ASU MSW
- Contact: (480) 965-2100
7. University of Louisville
Founded in 1798, the University of Louisville offers an affordable online BSW program ideal for future MSW students.
- Tuition: $23,000 (BSW)
- Website: Louisville BSW
- Contact: (502) 852-5555
8. Tulane University
Established in 1834, Tulane’s online MSW focuses on disaster resilience leadership and social work.
- Tuition: $44,000
- Website: Tulane MSW
- Contact: (504) 865-5000
9. University of Georgia (UGA)
Founded in 1785, UGA offers a cohort-based online MSW focused on advocacy and social justice.
- Tuition: $27,000
- Website: UGA MSW
- Contact: (706) 542-3000
10. San José State University (SJSU)
Founded in 1857, SJSU provides an online/hybrid MSW that blends convenience with in-person internship opportunities.
- Tuition: $28,000
- Website: SJSU MSW
- Contact: (408) 924-1000