Boise, Idaho
Boise State University MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does Boise State University Offer?
Boise State University offers 2 MSW options, 1 of them online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. Estimated tuition starts at $22,372.
2 MSW Options at Boise State University
- FormatOn campusCredits61Est. tuition$22,372published total · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits61Est. tuition$34,465$565/creditAccreditationCSWE
Admissions, Structure and Cost at Boise State University
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Social Work - Boise CampusStarts: Fall, Summer | 7-week summer term plus the following fall and spring semesters | Master of Social Work Boise Campus Regular Standing Program: $22,372 (Idaho resident) or $60,600 (non-resident); Advanced Standing Program: $13,748 (resident) or $33,180 (non-resident); books, background check, field education and graduation fees extra | ||
| Master of Social Work OnlineStarts: Fall, Spring, Summer | As little as three semesters full time or under two years part time | $565 per credit, no out-of-state tuition or online fees |
From Boise State University's own program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026. Blank cells: the school's pages don't state that detail. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school.
How Boise State University Compares
Boise State University's lowest estimated tuition, $22,372 for Master of Social Work - Boise Campus, is below the national median of $40,180 (38th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 61 credits, against a national median of 60. It awarded 255 MSWs in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 1st of 3 in Idaho and 26th of 309 nationally among schools on this site.
| Boise State University | Idaho median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $22,372 | $34,465 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 61 | 63 | 60 |
Medians across programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. The MSW cost and loan calculator adds fees and federal loan limits.
MSW Dual Degrees at Boise State University
Other Social Work Degrees at Boise State University
- Bachelor of Social Work (on campus and online). A BSW from a CSWE-accredited program is what qualifies you for advanced standing in an MSW.
Is Boise State University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Boise State University's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in. All CSWE-accredited MSW programs
Federal data (IPEDS) show Boise State University awarded 255 MSWs in 2022-23.
From Boise State University's MSW to a Idaho License
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB exam ((applicable exam for the license type))For the LMSW
- Log supervised clinical hours3,000 hours of supervised clinical social work experience over no fewe…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Idaho license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With Boise State University
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
Master of Social Work (MSW) Online at Arkansas State University
Arkansas State University · Jonesboro, ARFormatOnlineCredits63Est. tuition$22,050$350/creditAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (Online) at Missouri State University-Springfield
Missouri State University-Springfield · Springfield, MOFormatOnlineCredits62Est. tuition$22,852published total · resident rateAccreditationCSWEMaster of Social Work (MSW) at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Minnesota State University Moorhead · Moorhead, MNFormatOnlineCredits31Est. tuition$21,794$703/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$23,100$385/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus, Online1,000 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$21,504$358/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Boise State University MSW: Common Questions
Is Boise State University's MSW CSWE Accredited?
Boise State University's MSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in.
Does Boise State University Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. Master of Social Work Online is offered online.
Does Boise State University Offer Advanced Standing?
Master of Social Work - Boise Campus: 7-week summer term plus the following fall and spring semesters; BSW from a CSWE-accredited school within the last 5 years, or within the last 10 years with significant post-BSW social work practice experience. Master of Social Work Online: As little as three semesters full time or under two years part time; BSW from a CSWE-accredited program within the last five years, or within the last 10 years with significant post-graduation social work experience; evaluated case by case.
How Much Does Boise State University's MSW Cost?
Master of Social Work - Boise Campus: Master of Social Work Boise Campus Regular Standing Program: $22,372 (Idaho resident) or $60,600 (non-resident); Advanced Standing Program: $13,748 (resident) or $33,180 (non-resident); books, background check, field education and graduation fees extra. Master of Social Work Online: $565 per credit, no out-of-state tuition or online fees (about $34,465 for 61 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
More MSW Programs in Idaho
Sources
- boisestate.edu: program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 30, 2026
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs (September 2026)
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
- Idaho State Board of Social Work Examiners (Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses)