Online MSW Programs in New Jersey (NJ)
Students and professionals residing in New Jersey who wish to pursue an MSW online through a CSWE accredited online MSW program have several options to consider. Rutgers University is currently the only university with a campus in New Jersey that offers a fully online MSW program to go along with its campus-based program. In addition to Rutgers, there are dozens of out-of-state universities that offer online MSW programs that accept students from New Jersey.
Sponsored Online MSW Programs
University and Program Name | Study Length | Enrollment Type | Field Placement Support |
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University of Denver
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | As few as 12 months | Full-Time and Part-Time | Support Available |
Fordham University
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | As few as 16 months | Full-Time and Part-Time | Support Available |
Simmons University
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | As few as 9 months | Accelerated Full-Time Part-Time | Support Available |
Howard University
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | As few as 12 months | Full-Time and Part-Time | Support Available |
University of Southern California
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | As few as 16 months | Full-Time and Part-Time | Support Available |
Syracuse University
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | As few as 24 months | Full-Time and Part-Time | Support Available |
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | As few as a year and a half | Full-Time and Part-Time | Support Available |
Baylor University
Master of Social Work (MSW) SPONSORED | 12-36 months | Accelerated Full-Time Part-Time | Support Available |
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Rutgers University’s Online MSW Program offers a concentration in clinical social work, and features asynchronous instruction that allows students to complete course lectures on their own time. Students interact with course faculty and fellow students through discussion threads and other online technologies. Students in their third year can choose between courses with asynchronous instruction or courses with synchronous instruction where they attend online lectures and class discussions in real-time. Students begin their field placements in the summer of their first year of study, and field internships continue on through the end of the program.
There are dozens of out-of-state schools that offer online MSW programs that accept students from New Jersey. Of these programs, most are 100% online in that they do not require students to visit the campus during the program. The remaining programs include a limited number of mandatory on-campus visits, which are sometimes referred to as on-campus intensives. OnlineMSWPrograms.com currently classifies any program that requires two or fewer visits to campus as an online program.
Please note: All online MSW programs require students to complete field education at a local health services agency.
Tuition rates tend to vary across universities. Some universities charge the same tuition for in-state and out-of-state students, which is something to consider while researching programs. Also, in regards to tuition costs, some programs charge different rates for their online, on-campus, and hybrid programs. Students should check with the admissions offices of the schools that interest them for the most up-to-date tuition information.
Colleges in New Jersey with Online MSW Programs
University | Format | Enrollment Type |
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Rutgers University | Hybrid | Part-Time |
Online MSW Programs that Accept Students from New Jersey
University | Format | Enrollment Type |
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Adelphi University | Online | Part-Time |
Arizona State University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Baylor University SPONSORED | Online | Accelerated Full-Time Part-Time |
Boise State University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Boston University | Online | Part-Time |
California State University, Northridge | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
California State University, San Bernardino | Online | Part-Time |
Campbellsville University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Capella University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Case Western Reserve University SPONSORED | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Colorado State University | Hybrid | Part-Time |
Delaware State University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Edinboro University | Online | Full-Time |
Florida State University | Online | Part-Time |
Fordham University SPONSORED | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
George Mason University | Online | Part-Time |
Humboldt State University | Online | Part-Time |
Indiana University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Louisiana State University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Metropolitan State University of Denver | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
New Mexico State University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Ohio State University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Our Lady of the Lake University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Portland State University | Online | Full-Time |
Rutgers University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Samford University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
San José State University | Online | Full-Time |
Simmons University SPONSORED | Online | Accelerated Full-Time Part-Time |
Syracuse University SPONSORED | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Temple University | Online | Part-Time |
Texas State University – San Marcos | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
The Catholic University of America | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Tulane University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
University at Buffalo (SUNY) | Online | Part-Time |
University of Arkansas, Little Rock | Online | Part-Time |
University of Central Florida | Online | Part-Time |
University of Denver SPONSORED | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
University of Houston | Online | Part-Time |
University of Kentucky | Online | Full-Time |
University of Louisville | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
University of Nevada, Reno | Online | Full-Time |
University of New England | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
University of New Hampshire | Online | Full-Time Part-Time |
University of North Dakota | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
University of South Florida | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
University of Tennessee at Knoxville | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley | Online | Full-Time |
West Virginia University | Online | Part-Time |
Western New Mexico University | Online | Full-Time Part-Time |
Winthrop University | Online | Part-Time |
Yeshiva University | Online | Full-Time and Part-Time |
All online MSW programs require field education at a local health services agency. Programs that are 100% online do not require students to visit the campus during the program.
How to Become a Social Worker in New Jersey
The New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners issues three types of social work license: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Certified Social Worker (CSW). Below are some common steps to become a social worker in New Jersey, which you should confirm with New Jersey’s board of social workers. Information regarding licensure in New Jersey was last retrieved in August 2020.
Pathway to Become an LCSW in New Jersey
- Complete a bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Master of Social Work degree program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- Following graduation, complete two years or 3,000 hours of full-time clinical social under direct supervision, with at least 1,920 hours in face-to-face client contact.
- Pass the Clinical Social Work Licensing Examination from the Association of Social Work Boards.
- Apply to the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners.
Pathway to Become an LSW in New Jersey
- Complete a bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Master of Social Work degree program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- Pass the Masters Social Work Licensing Examination from the Association of Social Work Boards.
- Apply to the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners.
Pathway to Become a CSW in New Jersey
- Complete a Bachelor of Social Work degree program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- Apply to the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners.
For more detailed information on becoming a social worker in New Jersey, visit the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners. You can also refer to our guides on general requirements for becoming a social worker and becoming an LCSW.
Last updated: September 2020