MSW Tuition and Financial Aid

Earning a master's degree in social work at Pacific University is an investment in your future. We are here to help you plan a financing strategy for your education.

The Financial Aid Office determines eligibility for all federal loan and employment programs and provides resources for students interested in borrowing through private and alternative loan programs. The process of financing a graduate education can be challenging; the Financial Aid Office is committed to making the process as manageable as possible.

Review MSW tuition, program costs and financial aid below. 

MSW Tuition 2024-2025

Tuition and fees are based on standard program enrollment. 

Two-Year Master’s Program

Year 1 tuition and fees: $28,818/year

Year 2 tuition and fees: $28,918/year

One-Year Advanced Standing Track

Advanced standing tuition and fees: $29,805/year

Find complete cost of attendance information:

Academic Year 2024-2025
Academic Year 2023-2024

Financial Aid 

To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is available annually beginning October 1. To explore and understand available financing options, we recommend that you file the FAFSA no later than February 15, prior to the start of the academic year. It is not necessary to be accepted for admission prior to submitting a FAFSA.

MSW Scholarship and Assistantship Opportunities

Through a two-year $1.8 million grant from the Oregon Health Authority, Pacific University provides tuition assistance and stipends to MSW and PsyD students to help increase capacity and diversity in the state’s mental health workforce. The grant is part of $80 million allocated to the OHA by the Oregon legislature as part of the Behavioral Health Workforce Initiative, and Pacific is one of eight higher education institutions to receive a grant and one of just three private universities to receive a share of the total of $10.1 million awarded by the OHA for tuition assistance.

Scholarships

The Pacific University master of social work program has limited scholarships available. These are competitive single-year scholarships offered to selected students. Award amounts vary.

Assistantships

A limited number of graduate assistantship positions are offered to outstanding applicants who meet the early application deadline. Graduate assistantships are available to work with MSW faculty on research, teaching, or program development.  

Federal Work Study

Federal work study funds part-time jobs for students with financial need, as determined by the FAFSA. Earnings are paid directly to the student for hours worked. To qualify, students must submit the FAFSA by March 1 (prior to the start of the academic year) and indicate on the FAFSA that they want to be considered for federal work study.

Loans

Federal Student Loan Programs 

Federal student loan programs offer:

  • Fixed interest rates, set annually by the federal government
  • Income-driven repayment plans
  • Loan forgiveness plans

Private Loans

Alternative loans are available through private lenders. Eligibility is generally based on a borrower’s employment history, credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and enrollment status. Students are encouraged to explore federal student loan options before applying for alternative student loans.

Learn more about federal student loans for graduate and professional programs.