University of Denver · Denver, Colorado
Denver Campus MSW
What Should You Know About Denver Campus MSW at University of Denver?
Denver Campus MSW is a MSW program at University of Denver in Denver, Colorado, offered on campus. It requires 81 credit hours and takes under two years full time (6-7 quarters); 3.5 years part time (14 quarters). At $1,340 per credit, estimated tuition is $108,540 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (54 credit hours). University of Denver's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | MSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Part time | Offered |
| Credits | 81 credit hours |
| Length | Under two years full time (6-7 quarters); 3.5 years part time (14 quarters) |
| Advanced standing | 54 credit hours; One year full time (4 quarters); 2.5 years part time (10 quarters); CSWE-accredited bachelor's degree in social work |
| Start terms | Fall, Winter, Summer (Advanced Standing full time) |
| Tuition | $1,340 per credit hour (Denver Campus MSW programs) (2025-26) |
| Specializations | 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 |
From socialwork.du.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 $108,540 is the 344th lowest of 349 MSW programs on this site with an estimate (median $40,180).
- Its 81 credits compare with a median of 60.
- Advanced standing drops 27 credits, about $36,180 in tuition at the published rate.
Estimate the full cost and federal loan coverage for this program
After This MSW: The Colorado License Path
- 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 board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other MSW Options at University of Denver
- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits–Est. tuition$78,000published totalAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybridCredits81Est. tuition$69,579$859/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybridCredits81Est. tuition$69,579$859/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Denver Campus MSW: Common Questions
How Much Does Denver Campus MSW at University of Denver Cost?
$1,340 per credit hour (Denver Campus MSW programs). That works out to about $108,540 for 81 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Denver.
How Long Is Denver Campus MSW?
81 credit hours, Under two years full time (6-7 quarters); 3.5 years part time (14 quarters), according to the school's program page.
Does Denver Campus MSW Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 54 credit hours; One year full time (4 quarters); 2.5 years part time (10 quarters); CSWE-accredited bachelor's degree in social work.
Is Denver Campus MSW CSWE Accredited?
University of Denver's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.