Master of Social Work Online: Tuition
Online Master of Social Work Estimated Tuition
| Cost per credit hour | Online graduate students pay in-state tuition regardless of residency. $737 per credit hour for students enrolled in 1-8 credit hours per semester. $6,619 block tuition for students enrolled in 9+ credit hours per semester. No additional cost for taking more than 9 credits. |
| Total number of credit hours | Regular Standing: 60 credits Advanced Standing: 30 credits |
| Total estimated cost, minus fees | Regular Standing: $44,220 Advanced Standing: $22,110 Save up to 40% with Block Tuition. |
| Other costs to budget for | The estimated tuition cost does not include textbooks, supplies, or personal expenses. |
What is Block Tuition?
Block tuition enables online MSW students to pay a single flat tuition amount for the semester, and save up to 40% on tuition when enrolled in nine or more credits for that semester. Taking advantage of block tuition also means that students will graduate in a much faster timeframe.
Please note that all quoted tuition rates are based on the 2023-2024 academic year and are subject to change without notice.
Military Students
Military students at the University of Kentucky may receive benefits, including waived application fees, emergency loans and book vouchers, veteran transition classes, and more. You can also check out the Veterans Resource Center page.
The University of Kentucky is routinely ranked as a Top 10 school for veterans by Military Times EDGE magazine. We are a Best for Vets college and a Yellow Ribbon school.
What Financial Aid is Available?
We recommend submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible. Some financial support is based on your filing date, so applying early may increase the amount of aid you receive. The University of Kentucky’s Title IV code is 001989.
The UK College of Social Work also offers numerous scholarships based on academic performance, financial need, and other factors. These scholarships include but are not limited to the Wiley Partnership Scholarship, Evelyn J. Black Memorial Fund, Social Work Advancement Fund, and Jewels in the Mountain Scholarship Endowment.
Graduate students can also apply for a federal loan and receive up to $20,500.
Please note, Federal Title IV financial aid is only available for certificate courses when they are taken as a part of a degree-seeking program.
Financial Aid