The ASWB exam costs $230 to $260
ASWB charges $230 for the Associate, Bachelors or Masters social work exam, and $260 for the Clinical or Advanced Generalist exam. Exam fees are not refunded. In most places you first apply to your state social work board and pay its fee, then register with ASWB once the board approves you.
ASWB exam fees
| Associate exam | $230 |
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| Bachelors exam | $230 |
| Masters exam | $230 |
| Advanced Generalist exam | $260 |
| Clinical exam | $260 |
| Exam format | 122 questions (110 scored), 4 hours |
| State board application fee | Set by your state |
| Masters then Clinical | $490 |
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After you register, ASWB emails your Authorization to Test within two days, with steps to book your test time. If you need special testing arrangements, you must get them approved before you register. Sources: ASWB, Exam; ASWB, Exam registration.
What this price covers
The fee covers one ASWB exam. Each exam level has its own fee.
What changes your price
- Exam level. Clinical and Advanced Generalist cost $30 more.
- Your state. Board application and license fees are separate.
- Retakes. Each attempt costs the full fee.
Ways to pay less
- Wait for your board's approval before paying ASWB.
- Ask your employer if it pays licensing costs.
- Request any testing arrangements first, since they cannot be added later.
How we got these numbers
Every fee on this page comes from the group that runs the test or sets the fee, taken from its own website. Where we show a total, we only add up that group's own fees so you can see the full amount in one place. We do not add our own guesses, and we do not use prices from test prep blogs. Fees can change, so check the official page before you pay. We last checked on September 26, 2026.
Common questions
How much is the ASWB exam?
$230 or $260, depending on the level.
Is the ASWB exam fee refundable?
No.
How much is the ASWB Clinical exam?
$260.