Boise State University · Boise, Idaho
Master of Social Work - Boise Campus
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work - Boise Campus at Boise State University?
Master of Social Work - Boise Campus is a MSW program at Boise State University in Boise, Idaho, offered on campus. It requires 61 credits (43 credits of classes, labs and seminars plus 18 credits/1,000 clock hours of field practicum), regular program. The school publishes a program total of $22,372. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing. Boise State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Credits | 61 credits (43 credits of classes, labs and seminars plus 18 credits/1,000 clock hours of field practicum), regular program |
| Advanced standing | 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 |
| Start terms | Fall, Summer |
| Tuition | 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 |
From boisestate.edu, reviewed September 30, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Estimated tuition of $22,372 is the 38th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 61 credits compare with a median of 60.
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After This MSW: The Idaho License Path
- 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 board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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- FormatOnlineCredits61Est. tuition$34,465$565/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work - Boise Campus: Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work - Boise Campus at Boise State University Cost?
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. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Boise State University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work - Boise Campus?
61 credits (43 credits of classes, labs and seminars plus 18 credits/1,000 clock hours of field practicum), regular program, according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work - Boise Campus Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 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.
Is Master of Social Work - Boise Campus CSWE Accredited?
Boise State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.