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Widener University Tuition & Financial Aid

Earning your master’s degree online at Widener University is an investment in your future. In addition to increasing your impact as a social worker, you can boost your earning potential — on average, practitioners with an MSW earn 10% more than their peers with a bachelor’s degree.1,2 What’s more, you’ll prepare to make a difference in your community and seek valuable licensure and certifications that open doors to more roles.

There are many ways to make Widener University’s MSW tuition fit your budget. For instance, eligible students can transfer credits or seek Advanced Standing admission. We also participate in education benefits programs that help U.S. military service members and veterans continue their education.

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Ways to Make Widener University’s Tuition More Affordable

We encourage you to explore the abundant financial resources for making Widener University’s graduate tuition fit your budget. You won’t be alone in pursuing financial aid, as the latest data shows that 74% of graduate students capitalized on this assistance.3

Financial Aid

Federal loans and other financial aid programs are ideal ways to manage your Widener University tuition each semester. Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form after you apply to Widener to learn if you’re eligible for financial aid. Our FAFSA school code is 003313.

Streamlined Programs

Did you earn a Bachelor of Social Work at a CSWE-accredited school in the last six years? If so, you can apply to our Advanced Standing track, reducing Widener University’s MSW tuition compared to the Regular Standing track. Additionally, our dual MSW/MEd enables you to earn two master’s degrees in a single program.

Transfer Credits

Your previous educational experiences could help jumpstart your online graduate program at Widener University. Thanks to our transfer credit options, eligible students can reduce the time and cost to earn their master’s degree.

Military Benefits

We’re honored to empower students transitioning from military service to social work careers. To help make your academic program more cost-effective, explore the education benefits offered by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs and our participation in the Yellow Ribbon program, which provides matching tuition assistance to eligible students.

Employer Tuition Reimbursement

Does your employer reimburse tuition for online master’s programs? Through that workplace benefit, you could build social work expertise without stretching your budget.

Ask your manager or human resources department about tuition reimbursement options. To discuss these programs with a Widener program manager, request information today.

Four Ways an Online Degree Benefits You and Your Employer

You aren’t the only one who stands to gain when you continue your education at Widener. After all, expanding your skillset increases what you achieve for your employer, too. To show how our online degrees are a win-win for you and your employer, here are four points to mention when asking about tuition reimbursement programs:

Our online master’s degrees prepare you to make a bigger difference in your community on behalf of your organization.

We include practical education during each online course, enhancing your performance once you begin your program.

We designed our master’s degrees for professionals, with the flexibility to continue working while building skills online.

A recent survey found tuition reimbursement strengthens job satisfaction for 86% of workers4

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At Widener University, we’re committed to offering affordable, accessible, and high-quality online degree programs. We also believe in transparency, avoiding hidden costs whenever possible.*

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*The Tuition Calculator is based on programmatic information provided by Widener University and information you provide. All financial calculations should be taken as potential estimations and not actuals. These figures do not include additional fees and expenses (e.g., textbooks, technology fees, supplies, etc.). The use of this calculator is not an application for admission or financial aid. Please consult with an admissions team member to get a more accurate sense of total tuition or request additional information.

Sources

  1. Salary.com. “Social Worker (BSW) Salary in the United States.” Retrieved August 27, 2024, from https://www.salary.com/research/salary/benchmark/social-worker-bsw-salary.
  2. Salary.com. “Social Worker (MSW) Salary in the United States.” Retrieved August 27, 2024, from https://www.salary.com/research/salary/benchmark/social-worker-msw-salary.
  3. Higher Ed Drive. “Here’s the share of college students who took financial aid in 2019-20.” Retrieved August 27, 2024, from https://www.highereddive.com/news/college-students-percentage-financial-aid-higher-ed/688904/.
  4. Business Wire. “Amid Great Resignation, Survey Finds Even Happy Employees Are Looking for New Opportunities; Tuition Benefits Can Increase Loyalty.” Retrieved August 27, 2024, from https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220608005156/en/Amid-Great-Resignation-Survey-Finds-Even-Happy-Employees-Are-Looking-for-New-Opportunities-Tuition-Benefits-can-Increase-Loyalty.