Masters of Social Work (MSW)

2025-2026 Cost of Attendance

The Cost of Attendance (COA) is the maximum amount of financial assistance available to a student in one academic year. The COA is determined using each student’s enrollment and residency classification (Resident or Non-Resident). Tuition for on-campus programs is based upon enrollment of twelve (12) credits per semester. 

Admitted After Fall 2023

MSW - Baltimore Campus

*Includes: Technology fee, Student Government Association fee, UMB Shuttle fee, Student Activities fee, Student Services fee, Campus Center Infrastructure fee, Matriculation fee, Student Accident Insurance fee, and Student Health Insurance fee (student may waive if they have other comparable coverage).

**Includes: Technology fee for Field Practicum, SSW Liability/Malpractice Insurance fee

MSW - Shady Grove Campus

*Includes: Technology fee, Student Government Association fee, USG Auxiliary fee, USG Facilities fee, Student Activities fee, Student Services fee, Matriculation fee, Student Accident Insurance fee, and Student Health Insurance fee (student may waive if they have other comparable coverage).

**Includes: Technology fee for Field Practicum, SSW Liability/Malpractice Insurance fee

MSW - Online (part-time, 6 credits/semester)

*Includes: Technology fee, Student Government Association fee, Student Activities fee, Student Services fee, and Matriculation fee

**Includes: Technology fee for online students, Technology fee for Field Practicum, SSW Liability/Malpractice Insurance fee

Admitted Prior to Fall 2023

MSW - Baltimore Campus

*Includes: Technology fee, Student Government Association fee, UMB Shuttle fee, Student Activities fee, Student Services fee, Campus Center Infrastructure fee, Student Accident Insurance fee, and Student Health Insurance fee (student may waive if they have other comparable coverage).

**Includes: SSW Liability/Malpractice Insurance fee

MSW - Shady Grove Campus

*Includes: Technology fee, Student Government Association fee, USG Auxiliary fee, USG Facilities fee, Student Activities fee, Student Services fee, Student Accident Insurance fee, and Student Health Insurance fee (student may waive if they have other comparable coverage).

**Includes: SSW Liability/Malpractice Insurance fee

Sample Financial Aid Offer

Students in the MSW programs who have a valid FAFSA on file are awarded up to their full cost of attendance. Below is an example of a typical aid offer.

*Limited funds are available. To be considered, applicants MUST complete the FAFSA by March 1st. Awarding of the University Grant is not guaranteed.