Masters of Social Work (MSW)

2024-2025 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 is based upon enrollment of twelve (12) credits per semester. 

Applicants are awarded 100% of the Cost of Attendance with assistance from federal and institutional resources. Students not enrolled full-time will have their institutional aid reduced due to part-time enrollment. 

MSW - Baltimore Campus

Budget Item  Resident Non-Resident
Tuition $16,224 $31,368
Mandatory Fees $2,422  $2,422
Books $1,351 $1,351
Malpractice Insurance $10 $10
Health Insurance $4,440 $4,440
Living Expenses $26,550 $26,550
Immunization Fee $24 $24
Commuting Expenses $0 $1,200
Transportation $2,000 $2,000
Loan Fees $1,735 $2,525
Total $54,756 $71,890

MSW - Shady Grove Campus

Budget Item  Resident Non-Resident
Tuition $16,224 $31,368
Mandatory Fees $918  $918
Books $1,351 $1,351
Malpractice Insurance $10 $10
Health Insurance $4,440 $4,440
Living Expenses $26,550 $26,550
Immunization Fee $24 $24
Commuting Expenses $0 $1,200
Transportation $2,000 $2,000
Loan Fees $1,331 $2,481
Total $52,848 $70,342

MSW - Online

Tuition $16,224 $31,368
Mandatory Fees $763  $763
Books $1,351 $1,351
Malpractice Insurance $10 $10
Health Insurance $4,440 $4,440
Living Expenses $26,550 $26,550
Commuting Expenses $0 $1,200
Transportation $2,000 $2,000
Loan Fees $1,735 $2,525
Total $53,073 $70,207

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.

Award Type Source Amount
Federal Direct Loan Unsubsidized Federal $20,500
University Grant** Institutional $5,000
Federal Direct Grad PLUS Loan Federal Cost of Attendance minus all other aid

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