Master of Social Work (MSW) — Advanced Standing ProgramTuition and Financial Aid
We know that college is a huge investment and one of the most important ones you’ll ever make. That’s why we’re invested in helping make your Quinnipiac education affordable. Whether it’s grants, scholarships, loans or a job, we’ll help you explore every option and make a plan that works for you.
Direct costs include tuition cost per credit hour, plus any applicable fees.
Curriculum requirements: 36 credits
Estimated Tuition
Summer
Fall and Spring
Fall and Spring
Tuition and Fees Full-Time Program
$6,685
$34,910
Tuition and Fees Part-Time Program
$6,685
$14,070
$21,770
Tuition and fees are subject to annual updates. Figures represent the total per financial aid award period and are based on the 2022-23 rate ($1,095 per credit). View a detailed breakdown of fees.
Possible Expenses (Indirect Costs)
Indirect costs are possible expenses related to the pursuit of your degree. Amounts listed for books, miscellaneous, transportation and living expenses are estimated allowances that are not part of a student’s bill. These costs are used when calculating financial aid eligibility.
Part-Time Program
Possible Expense
Summer
Fall and Spring
Fall and Spring
Books and Supplies
$425
$850
$1,700
Miscellaneous Expenses
$350
$1,575
$1,575
Transportation
$284
$1,316
$2,194
Living Allowance (off campus, not with parent)
$5,302
$23,859
$23,859
Living Allowance (off campus, with parent)
$2,352
$10,584
$10,584
Full-Time Program
Possible Expense
Summer
Fall and Spring
Books and Supplies
$425
$2,400
Miscellaneous Expenses
$350
$1,575
Transportation
$284
$2,194
Living Allowance (off campus, not with parent)
$5,302
$23,859
Living Allowance (off campus, with parent)
$2,352
$10,584
All graduate students are charged fees related to their program of study. Below is a detailed breakdown of graduate fees charged per semester. See the Direct Costs tab for full program costs.
Fees for Academic Year 2022-23
Fee Type
Amount
Student fees1
$45 per credit, not to exceed $405 per semester
$25 per term summer registration fee
Technology and lab fees
$380 per semester (fall/spring) for full-time students
$170 per semester (fall/spring) for part-time students
$90 for summer semester (full-time or part-time)
Mandatory accident insurance
$25 fall and spring semester
Commuter meal plan (required)2
$220 per semester (fall/spring) for full-time students
1 Student fees cover the experiences and services that complement and support academics. 2 Not applicable to students in online degree and certificate programs. Not charged for clinical or student-teaching semesters.
The CT Health Horizon’s grant will allow Quinnipiac to provide $10,000 per student per year in tuition assistance for qualifying master of social work (MSW) and advanced standing master of social work candidates with the goal of increasing the number and diversity of students in these programs.
Connecticut Health Horizons also promotes a faculty hiring grant that will support faculty levels across Connecticut's educational institutions and clinical sites. Prospective faculty members are encouraged to contact the School of Health Sciences to learn more about employment opportunities at Quinnipiac.
How to Apply for Graduate Financial Aid
Submitting the forms
Our priority processing timeline is recommended as follows:
For Summer: March 31
For Fall: June 1
For Spring: November 1
Forms will be accepted after the designated date and complete files are processed in the order received based on the time of year you are seeking assistance and funding levels.
1
Complete and submit the FAFSA form
All students seeking financial aid need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is available after October 1. This is by far the most important document in the financial aid process.
Submit the Quinnipiac graduate financial aid application
This form is required to receive financial aid and provides information including financial aid, enrollment plans, outside resources (including tuition reimbursement) and authorization to release information.
Grant funds are awarded to our full-time, on-ground graduate students who are U.S. citizens and demonstrate high financial need as evaluated by the financial aid office.
If applicable, certain students will also be asked to provide parental information* in order to apply. *Parent application is required for grant consideration for unmarried students under the age of 26 or married students under the age of 24.
Students receiving tuition waivers or university-based scholarships will not be given priority consideration for need-based grants.
Full-time students pursuing a graduate degree in social work at Quinnipiac are eligible for a merit scholarship. Learn more about scholarships and grants by visiting the pages below.
We are partnered with both the Department of Defense and the Veterans Administration to provide you with a comprehensive set of benefits that fit with your military experience.Learn more about financial aid options specific to veterans and active duty military.
You have many options when it comes to financing your education. We’re here to help you explore your options and help make the application process as simple as possible.
