Denver, Colorado
University of Denver MSW Programs
What MSW Options Does University of Denver Offer?
University of Denver offers 4 MSW options, 1 of them online. It is CSWE-accredited. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (54 credit hours). Estimated tuition starts at $69,579.
4 MSW Options at University of Denver
- FormatOn campusCredits81Est. tuition$108,540$1,340/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits–Est. tuition$78,000published totalAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybridCredits81Est. tuition$69,579$859/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybridCredits81Est. tuition$69,579$859/creditAccreditationCSWE
Specializations named on University of Denver's pages: Child Welfare, Children & Youth: Risks and Healthy Development, Ecological Justice, Family Systems Practice, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Organizational Leadership & Policy Practice, Advanced Social Work Practice, Mental Health and Trauma and Health, Equity and Wellness.
Admissions, Structure and Cost at University of Denver
| Program | Advanced standing | Field education | GRE | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Campus MSWStarts: Fall, Winter, Summer (Advanced Standing full time) | 54 credit hours, One year full time (4 quarters); 2.5 years part time (10 quarters) | $1,340 per credit hour (Denver Campus MSW programs) | ||
| MSW@Denver (online MSW)Starts: January, March, June, Four cohorts per year | 54 graduate-level credits, 18 months full time; 24 months part time; 12 months accelerated | 900 hours of direct fieldwork (500 hours for advanced standing) | GRE not required | Estimated total tuition approximately $78,000 for the traditional track, lower for advanced standing |
| Four Corners MSW (Durango)Starts: September (standard), July (Advanced Standing) | 54 credits, 4 quarters | $859 per credit hour (Four Corners and Western Colorado programs) | ||
| Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs)Starts: September (standard; next cohort 2027), July (Advanced Standing; next cohort 2026) | 54 credits, 4 quarters | $859 per credit hour (Four Corners and Western Colorado programs) |
From University of Denver'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 University of Denver Compares
University of Denver's lowest estimated tuition, $69,579 for Four Corners MSW (Durango), is above the national median of $40,180 (315th lowest of 349 programs with an estimate). Its MSW requires 81 credits, against a national median of 60. It awarded 705 MSWs in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 1st of 5 in Colorado and 4th of 309 nationally among schools on this site.
| University of Denver | Colorado median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest option) | $69,579 | $69,579 | $40,180 |
| Credits | 81 | 69 | 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 University of Denver
Certificates at University of Denver
- Human-Animal-Environment Interactions certificate (within the MSW), on campus
- Latinx Social Work certificate (within the MSW), on campus
- School Social Work certificate (within the MSW), on campus
- Global Social Work certificate (within the MSW), on campus
- Mental Health for Ecological Resilience and Adaptation certificate (within the MSW), on campus
Other Social Work Degrees at University of Denver
- PhD in Social Work (on campus)
Is University of Denver's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Denver'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 University of Denver awarded 705 MSWs in 2022-23.
From University of Denver's MSW to a Colorado License
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the LSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursAt least 2 years of practice under a licensed clinical social worker, …
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
Colorado license tiers from its social work board · License pathway planner
Similar MSW Programs to Compare With University of Denver
Online MSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, closest in estimated tuition:
- FormatOnlineCredits57Est. tuition$70,395$1,235/creditAccreditationCSWE
100% Online MSW Program at Rutgers University
Rutgers University · New Brunswick, NJFormatOnline900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$67,920$1,132/creditAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline450 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$71,880$1,198/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits65Est. tuition$66,170$1,018/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$66,000$1,100/creditAccreditationCSWE
University of Denver MSW: Common Questions
Is University of Denver's MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Denver'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 University of Denver Offer an Online MSW?
Yes. MSW@Denver (online MSW) is offered online.
Does University of Denver Offer Advanced Standing?
Denver Campus MSW: 54 credit hours; One year full time (4 quarters); 2.5 years part time (10 quarters); CSWE-accredited bachelor's degree in social work. MSW@Denver (online MSW): 54 graduate-level credits; 18 months full time; 24 months part time; 12 months accelerated; CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work degree.
How Much Does University of Denver's MSW Cost?
Denver Campus MSW: $1,340 per credit hour (Denver Campus MSW programs) (about $108,540 for 81 credits, before fees). MSW@Denver (online MSW): Estimated total tuition approximately $78,000 for the traditional track, lower for advanced standing. Four Corners MSW (Durango): $859 per credit hour (Four Corners and Western Colorado programs) (about $69,579 for 81 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
Does University of Denver Require the GRE for Its MSW?
MSW@Denver (online MSW): GRE not required.
How Many Field Hours Does University of Denver's MSW Require?
MSW@Denver (online MSW): 900 hours of direct fieldwork (500 hours for advanced standing).
More MSW Programs in Colorado
Sources
- socialwork.du.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
- Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners (Division of Professions and Occupations, DORA)