Online MSW Program
Take the next step in advancing your career- Our Online MSW program is a convenient option for non-traditional students that delivers coursework in a flexible model, allowing you to continue to work full-time while taking your education to the next level.
Advanced Standing
Students eligible for the Advanced Standing program must have earned a Bachelor’s of Social Work degree within the past 7 years from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited BSW program. The Advanced Standing program requires a total of 32 credit hours of advanced coursework. Upon successful completion of all advanced coursework required by a chosen concentration/focus area, students will complete 1-2 semesters (12-24 credit hours) of field placement, depending upon admissions status.
Traditional
Students eligible for the Traditional program are those with an undergraduate degree other than social work or a Bachelor’s of Social Work degree from a non-accredited Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) program. The Traditional program requires a total of 16 hours of foundation coursework, 32 hours of advanced coursework, and a two-semester field internship (24 credit hours).
Tuition for the iMSW program is per credit hour, and the current 2026-202 rate is $623.00 per credit hour.
Tuition and fees are direct costs charged by the university. The cost of attendance also includes indirect cost allowances for food, housing, books, supplies, and other expenses. You will not be billed by the university for these costs unless you live in university housing. Use the Illinois Cost Calculator to estimate your cost of attendance.