University of Denver · Denver, Colorado
Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs)
What Should You Know About Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs) at University of Denver?
Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs) is a MSW program at University of Denver in Denver, Colorado, offered hybrid. It requires 81 credits and takes 6 quarters (summers off); Friday afternoon and evening classes. At $859 per credit, estimated tuition is $69,579 before fees. BSW graduates can enter with advanced standing (54 credits). 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 | hybrid |
| Credits | 81 credits |
| Length | 6 quarters (summers off); Friday afternoon and evening classes |
| Advanced standing | 54 credits; 4 quarters; Bachelor of social work degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education |
| Start terms | September (standard; next cohort 2027), July (Advanced Standing; next cohort 2026) |
| Tuition | $859 per credit hour (Four Corners and Western Colorado programs) (2025-26) |
| Specializations | Advanced Social Work Practice (equity and rural practice emphasis) |
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 $69,579 is the 315th 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 $23,193 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
- FormatOn campusCredits81Est. tuition$108,540$1,340/creditAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnline900 field hoursCredits–Est. tuition$78,000published totalAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybridCredits81Est. tuition$69,579$859/creditAccreditationCSWE
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Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs): Common Questions
How Much Does Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs) at University of Denver Cost?
$859 per credit hour (Four Corners and Western Colorado programs). That works out to about $69,579 for 81 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Denver.
How Long Is Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs)?
81 credits, 6 quarters (summers off); Friday afternoon and evening classes, according to the school's program page.
Does Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs) Offer Advanced Standing?
Yes. 54 credits; 4 quarters; Bachelor of social work degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Is Western Colorado MSW (Glenwood Springs) CSWE Accredited?
University of Denver's MSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.