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Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work

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What Should You Know About Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work?

Doctor of Social Work (DSW) is a practice doctorate (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work in Baltimore, Maryland, offered on campus (courses delivered in person one weekend per month, Friday through Sunday, during the fall and spring semesters on the Baltimore campus). It requires 60 credit hours and takes three years. Final project: capstone project. At $975 per credit, estimated tuition is $58,500 before fees. CSWE status: pre-candidacy.

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How Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Works

Degree
DSW
Format
On campus
Residency and class meetings
Courses delivered in person one weekend per month, Friday through Sunday, during the fall and spring semesters on the Baltimore campus
Credits
60 credit hours
Length
Three years
Final project
Capstone project
Focus areas
Advanced clinical practice; Supervision; Leadership; Teaching; Applied research
Start terms
Fall

Admission to University of Maryland School of Social Work's DSW

Degree you need
Master of Social Work degree (MSW) from an accredited (CSWE) School of Social Work with a GPA of 3.0 or better
Practice experience
Minimum of 2 years of direct practice experience post MSW
License
Advanced practice licensure, LCSW-C (Maryland), or a comparable license is preferred

What University of Maryland School of Social Work's DSW Costs

Tuition
Estimated $975 per credit hour for in-state residents and $1,330 per credit hour for out-of-state residents, not including student fees (rates subject to University System of Maryland approval by June 2026)Program tuition, per credit, 2026-27. Source: ssw.umaryland.edu, reviewed October 10, 2026.
Estimated tuition
$58,500$975 per credit times 60 credits, before fees.

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From ssw.umaryland.edu, reviewed October 10, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.

How Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Compares

  • Estimated tuition of $58,500 is the 14th lowest of 19 practice doctorates on this site with an estimate (median $45,000).
  • Its 60 credits compare with a median of 48 across practice doctorates that state credits.
  • It asks for 2 years of post-master's practice; the median among practice doctorates that state a figure is 2.
  • It ends in an applied capstone, as do 29 of the 38 practice doctorates on this site.

Is Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work CSWE-Accredited?

University of Maryland School of Social Work's practice doctorate is in CSWE pre-candidacy (directory captured September 30, 2026), the first stage of the accreditation process.

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Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work: Common Questions

How Much Does Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work Cost?

Estimated $975 per credit hour for in-state residents and $1,330 per credit hour for out-of-state residents, not including student fees (rates subject to University System of Maryland approval by June 2026) (2026-27). That works out to about $58,500 for 60 credits, before fees.

How Long Is Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work?

Three years, 60 credit hours, according to the school's program page.

What Do You Need to Apply to Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work?

Master of Social Work degree (MSW) from an accredited (CSWE) School of Social Work with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Minimum of 2 years of direct practice experience post MSW. Advanced practice licensure, LCSW-C (Maryland), or a comparable license is preferred.

Is Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work Online?

No. It is offered on campus: courses delivered in person one weekend per month, Friday through Sunday, during the fall and spring semesters on the Baltimore campus.

Is Doctor of Social Work (DSW) at University of Maryland School of Social Work CSWE-Accredited?

University of Maryland School of Social Work's practice doctorate is in CSWE pre-candidacy (directory captured September 30, 2026), the first stage of the accreditation process.

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Sources

  1. ssw.umaryland.edu: Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program page, reviewed October 10, 2026
  2. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), practice doctorate program directory, captured September 30, 2026

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