Tuition and Financial Aid
Knowing what a program costs before you apply matters. Here is a full breakdown of tuition for Adelphi’s Online MSW programs and the options available to help fund your degree.
If you have any questions, you can talk with an enrollment specialist at online@adelphi.edu or 516.619.2209.
Program Tuition
| Program | Credits | Per Credit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Master of Social Work | 61 | $1,075 | $65,575 |
| Advanced Standing Online MSW | 31 | $1,075 | $33,325 |
Tuition figures are based on 2026–2027 rates and are subject to change. Additional fees may apply.
Once you are accepted into the program, you will pay a $200 deposit to hold your spot in the program. The deposit will go toward your tuition.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
Online MSW and Online MSW Advanced Standing students pay 25% less in tuition than campus-based students, a significant built-in savings that applies automatically.
In addition, all online students are eligible for university-wide awards. You can browse the list of Adelphi’s graduate institutional and merit awards here.
Students may also qualify for additional stipends through Adelphi’s fellowship programs, such as the IDEATE Fellowship in Behavioral Healthcare.
Students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may qualify for federal loans to help cover tuition costs. Visit studentaid.gov to complete your FAFSA.
Adelphi’s FAFSA school code is: 002666
Adelphi University offers three main options to help you finance your education through employer support:
| Options | What Is It? | How Do I Apply? | What Are the Eligibility Requirements? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employer Billing | Your employer pays Adelphi University directly |
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Available if employer support does not depend on student performance |
| Employer Deferment | Your tuition payment is deferred until your employer reimburses you |
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Available if employer support does depend on student performance |
| Employer Tuition Discount* | Discount on tuition through employer partnership |
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Must be employed at a participating organization, including (but not limited to):
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*Employer tuition discounts cannot be combined with institutional aid.
Whether your employer is interested in paying upfront, reimburses after course completion or offers a tuition discount, we’re here to make the process seamless. Visit our tuition reimbursement information page for more information.
If your organization participates in the AllCampus Workplace Network, you may be eligible for an additional 10% tuition discount. Call 516.619.2209 or email online@adelphi.edu to find out if your employer is part of this network.
Note that employer tuition discounts cannot be combined with institutional aid.
Private loans, also known as alternative loans, are available through various lenders. These loans are designed to assist students and their families who need additional financing for educational expenses and may not be eligible for federal grants or federal loan funds.
Loan approval and fixed/variable interest rates can vary based on credit score, income and co-signer finances. Applicants with co-signers generally receive more favorable interest rates and higher approval rates.
We strongly advise carefully comparing the differences between private and federal loans as well as all repayment obligations.
Choosing a Lender
You can compare private loan lenders via ELMSelect. These are lenders that Adelphi University students have used historically. You are encouraged to review each lender’s information to determine which benefits and terms are best for you now and in the future.
Disclaimers: You are not required to borrow from any specific lender and there is no penalty for choosing one lender over another. Any lender not represented on the comparison tool can still be considered and certified by Adelphi University.
Adelphi University, in partnership with Transact, offers payment plans on a semester basis, providing you with flexibility on how to manage paying for school. You can use a plan to pay all or part of your balance over the course of the semester.
Learn more about payment plans on our student services page →
Have questions about financing your degree?
Our financial aid team is here to help. Email your questions to onestop@adelphi.edu or call us at 516.877.3080.
To learn more about Adelphi University’s Online MSW and Advanced Standing Online MSW and download a brochure, fill out the fields to request information or call us at 516.619.2209 to talk with one of our enrollment specialists.
Financial Aid for Veterans and Military Personnel
Adelphi is a Yellow Ribbon Program participant and is ranked in the top 20 percent of colleges for veteran and military benefits. Several funding options are available to active duty service members, veterans, National Guard members and eligible dependents.
Visit Adelphi’s veterans and military resources page for more information on how we support military personnel financially and academically.
GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon
Students eligible for 100 percent of their Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) benefits may have tuition fully or partially covered. Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, the VA and Adelphi each contribute up to $4,000 toward any remaining balance, for a potential total of $8,000 in additional coverage.