Boise State University · Boise, Idaho
Master of Social Work Online
What Should You Know About Master of Social Work Online at Boise State University?
Master of Social Work Online is a MSW program at Boise State University in Boise, Idaho, offered online. It requires 61 credits (37 credits advanced standing) and takes 2-3 years (regular standing); as little as three semesters full time or under two years part time (advanced standing). At $565 per credit, estimated tuition is $34,465 before fees. 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 | online |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 61 credits (37 credits advanced standing) |
| Length | 2-3 years (regular standing); as little as three semesters full time or under two years part time (advanced standing) |
| Advanced standing | 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 |
| Start terms | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Tuition | $565 per credit, no out-of-state tuition or online fees |
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 $34,465 is the 112th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 61 credits compare with a median of 60.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
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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- FormatOn campusCredits61Est. tuition$22,372published total · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
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Master of Social Work Online: Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Social Work Online at Boise State University Cost?
$565 per credit, no out-of-state tuition or online fees. That works out to about $34,465 for 61 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Boise State University.
How Long Is Master of Social Work Online?
61 credits (37 credits advanced standing), 2-3 years (regular standing); as little as three semesters full time or under two years part time (advanced standing), according to the school's program page.
Does Master of Social Work Online Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 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.
Is Master of Social Work Online CSWE Accredited?
Boise State University's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.