Social Work

Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)

Social Work (M.S.W.)

Why Choose CSU?

As a CSU OnlinePlus student, you can expect:

  • Academic Excellence: Earn a highly-respected, regionally-accredited degree from a top tier university that consistently earns top rankings.
  • Quality: Because your degree is taught by the same faculty and covers the same content as the on-campus equivalent, your diploma and transcript are identical to those awarded to students on campus.
  • Value: Financial aid is available for all programs, and you pay the same affordable tuition regardless of where you live. CSU is consistently one of the top public universities in the United States in terms of educational quality and affordability.
  • Convenience: You have the flexibility and convenience of taking courses at times and locations that fit your life.
  • Access: Have access to numerous University resources, including email, advising, career services, and library services.
  • Community: Become a part of our community by reading our blog and connecting with other students, alumni, and faculty on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
  • Recognition: Join us for a graduation lunch each spring, participate in the on-campus graduation ceremony, or view a live, online streaming video of graduation ceremonies.

Degree at a Glance

Colorado Springs and Fort Collins

Each course meets four weekends per semester, three weekends in Colorado Springs and one weekend in Fort Collins.

Tuition

$466 per credit (financial aid available)

Thornton and Fort Collins

Each course meets four weekends per semester, three weekends in Thornton and one weekend in Fort Collins.

Delivery

In addition to face-to-face instruction, instructional hours will be delivered online through web-based learning. Students will need a computer with internet access in order to participate in online learning.

Total credits

62 credits

Time frame

This is a three-year program. Refer to Requirements and Curriculum for more information.

Designed for

Individuals working in human services who want to increase their professional skills and earning potential, those who are interested in a career in social work and want to broaden their knowledge base from an advanced generalist perspective, working professionals or students who are interested in a part-time degree program without interruption of their work schedule, individuals seeking a career change to expand opportunities and increase marketability.

What you will earn

You will earn the same regionally-accredited Colorado State University degree that a student on the Fort Collins campus is awarded. Your diploma and transcript are identical to those awarded to on-campus students.