Utah · Verified September 2026
MSW Programs in Utah
Where Can You Earn an MSW in Utah, and How Do You Get Licensed?
6 schools in Utah offer 7 MSW programs we verified, including Brigham Young University, Southern Utah University and University of Utah. 1 can be taken online and 6 offer advanced standing. Estimated tuition runs from $26,040 to $38,518 before fees. After the MSW, Utah's clinical license is the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Earn a CSWE-accredited MSW2 years full time, or about 1 with advanced standing
- Pass the ASWB examFor the CSW
- Log supervised clinical hoursFor CSW licenses issued on or after May 1, 2024: 3,000 total hours, in…
- Earn the clinical license (LCSW)Independent clinical practice
- programs in Utah
- 7
- schools
- 6
- CSWE-accredited schools
- 5
- offer advanced standing
- 6
- online programs
- 1
The Utah Social Work License Path
Utah Social Work Licenses
Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Behavioral Health Board - Social WorkSocial Service Worker
- Degree
- One of: a bachelor's degree in social work; a master's degree in psychology, marriage and family therapy or mental health counseling; a bachelor's degree in another field plus three semester hours each in social welfare policy, human growth and development, and social work practice methods, with 2,000 hours of qualifying experience; or completion of the first academic year of a CSWE-accredited MSW curriculum and practicum
- Exam
- none
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Certified Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's or doctorate degree in social work
- Exam
- none
- Independent practice
- No, practice under supervision or in an agency
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Degree
- Master's or doctorate degree in social work (held as a Certified Social Worker)
- Exam
- ASWB Clinical
- Supervised experience
- For CSW licenses issued on or after May 1, 2024: 3,000 total hours, including 1,200 hours of direct client care and 100 hours of direct clinical supervision (25 of which must include direct observation). For CSW licenses issued before May 1, 2024: 3,000 total hours, including 1,000 hours of direct client care and 75 hours of direct clinical supervision
- Independent practice
- Yes
- Social Work Licensure Compact
- Listed by the Compact Commission among jurisdictions that have passed the compact language (one of the first seven states, April 2024); the Commission's May 2026 FAQ says multistate licenses are not yet issued, with no definite date but likely within 9-12 months
From Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Behavioral Health Board - Social Work, reviewed 2026-09-30. Rules change; confirm with the board before you plan your supervised hours. Plan your own timeline with the license pathway planner.
Utah Schools Compared
| School | Programs | Formats | CSWE | Advanced standing | Lowest est. tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of UtahSalt Lake City · Public | 2 | Campus, Online | CSWE | Yes | $38,518 |
| Brigham Young UniversityProvo · Private nonprofit | 1 | Campus | CSWE | ||
| Utah State UniversityLogan · Public | 1 | Campus | CSWE | Yes | |
| Utah Valley UniversityOrem · Public | 1 | Hybrid | CSWE | Yes | $26,040 |
| Weber State UniversityOgden · Public | 1 | Hybrid | CSWE | Yes | |
| Southern Utah UniversityCedar City · Public | 1 | Campus | Pre-candidacy | Yes |
From each school's own pages, reviewed September 2026. CSWE status from CSWE's directory. Estimated tuition is the published per-credit rate times the stated credits, before fees, or the school's published total.
Every MSW Program in Utah
7 programs in Utah
Master of Social Work (in Person, Salt Lake City) at University of Utah
University of Utah · Salt Lake CityFormatOn campusCredits60Est. tuition$9,077per term · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnlineCredits60Est. tuition$38,518$642/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybrid950 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$26,040$434/credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatHybrid900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$5,066per term · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus1,050 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$4,468per termAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits60Est. tuition$4,843per term · general rate · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) at Southern Utah University
Southern Utah University · Cedar CityFormatOn campus900 field hoursCredits–Est. tuition–AccreditationPre-candidacy
No programs match these filters.
Program facts come from each school's own pages, reviewed September 2026. Estimated tuition is the published per-credit rate times the stated credits, before fees, or the school's published program total; "resident rate" means the school charges nonresidents more. CSWE status comes from CSWE's directory of accredited programs.
What an MSW Costs in Utah
2 Utah programs publish enough to estimate tuition before fees, from $26,040 at Utah Valley University to $38,518 at University of Utah. The Utah median is $26,040, against $40,180 nationally.
| Program | Credits | Est. tuition | With advanced standing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley University: Master of Social Work (MSW)Master of Social Work (MSW) | 60 | $26,040 | $17,794 |
| University of Utah: Master of Social Work (online)Master of Social Work (online) | 60 | $38,518 | $28,888 |
Public universities' figures are usually the in-state rate. Turn any program into a full cost and loan estimate with the MSW cost and loan calculator.
Largest MSW Programs in Utah
By MSWs awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), University of Utah has Utah's largest program, followed by Utah Valley University and Weber State University. Size tells you how many classmates, alumni and field placement partners to expect, not how good a program is.
| School | MSWs awarded, 2022-23 |
|---|---|
| University of Utah | 273 |
| Utah Valley University | 46 |
| Weber State University | 44 |
| Brigham Young University | 37 |
| Utah State University | 33 |
Online MSW Options for Utah Residents
You aren't limited to schools in Utah: 260 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll Utah residents online and arrange your field placement in Utah.
| Lowest-cost CSWE-accredited online programs elsewhere | Est. tuition |
|---|---|
| Florida Atlantic University: Master of Social Work - 100% Online Advanced StandingMaster of Social Work - 100% Online Advanced Standing · Florida | $11,155 |
| Appalachian State University: Master of Social Work, Advanced Standing (App State Online)Master of Social Work, Advanced Standing (App State Online) · North Carolina | $11,359 |
| Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro: Maestría en Trabajo Social (MSW), Especialidad en Trabajo Social Clínico - Online / PresencialMaestría en Trabajo Social (MSW), Especialidad en Trabajo Social Clínico - Online / Presencial · Puerto Rico | $12,939 |
| University of North Alabama: Master of Social Work (online)Master of Social Work (online) · Alabama | $14,850 |
| University of Arkansas: Online Advanced Standing Master of Social WorkOnline Advanced Standing Master of Social Work · Arkansas | $15,151 |
| East Carolina University: Master of Social Work, part-time online (Regular Pathway and Advanced Standing)Master of Social Work, part-time online (Regular Pathway and Advanced Standing) · North Carolina | $16,624 |
Compare every option on the online MSW programs page, or let the program matcher rank them for you.
Social Worker Pay in Utah
| Occupation | Utah median | U.S. median | Jobs in Utah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $52,000 | $59,550 | 1,930 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $78,150 | $67,880 | 1,750 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $50,770 | $60,280 | 1,240 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $66,440 | $71,900 | 660 |
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. A high median on few jobs describes a small market. What you can do with an MSW.
MSW Programs Near Utah Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many MSW Programs Are in Utah?
We verified 7 MSW programs at 6 schools in Utah; 5 of those schools are listed as accredited in CSWE's directory.
What Social Work Licenses Does Utah Issue?
Utah's board (Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Behavioral Health Board - Social Work) issues Social Service Worker, CSW and LCSW. Clinical practice requires the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), after For CSW licenses issued on or after May 1, 2024: 3,000 total hours, including 1,200 hours of direct client care and 100 hours of direct clinical supervision (25 of which must include direct observation). For CSW licenses issued before May 1, 2024: 3,000 total hours, including 1,000 hours of direct client care and 75 hours of direct clinical supervision.
Can Utah Residents Earn an MSW Online?
Yes. Beyond Utah's own programs, 260 online MSW programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide; confirm each school can enroll Utah residents and place you in a field practicum in Utah. Online MSW programs.
How Much Does an MSW Cost in Utah?
Estimated tuition for Utah programs that publish a rate and their credits runs from $26,040 to $38,518 before fees. Public universities usually charge nonresidents more, and advanced standing cuts the total for BSW graduates.
Nearby States
Sources
- Official program, tuition and admissions pages of the 6 Utah schools listed, reviewed September 2026
- Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Behavioral Health Board - Social Work
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025