Master of Social Work

Master of Social Work Why choose our Advanced Generalist MSW program?

With one degree, you’ll be equipped for many career paths. You’ll gain skills to effectively practice with individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.
Customize your program of study. With built-in elective credits, you can earn a Graduate Certificate or take interdisciplinary courses that align with your interests.
Our team works individually with each student to plan for and support your field education learning experiences as you earn your degree.
Our cohort model is designed to foster community, which extends beyond graduation to a network of practitioners who are also Rams. As a graduate, you can be paired with a practice mentor to support your transition to the workforce.

Browse our Master of Social Work Program Options

We offer Full-Time, Advanced Standing, Distance, and Dual-Degree MSW/MPH programs. You can choose the path that best meets your personal and professional goals. If you are in a two-year program, you can also complete a graduate certificate through the Center for Lifelong Learning, Outreach, and Education while you are in your MSW program.

Full-Time MSW Program

Our full-time MSW is on campus following the traditional academic calendar for two years, starting in mid-August. Applications are accepted September through December.

Advanced Standing MSW Program

Our Advanced Standing students hold a BSW degree. The program lasts one full calendar year, consisting of three semesters, starting in mid-May. Applications are accepted September through December.

Distance MSW Program

Our distance MSW program runs through CSU Online as a three-year part-time program. There is also a two-year part-time Advanced Standing program option. Applications are accepted March through June. The program starts in mid-January.

MSW/MPH Dual-Degree Program

Our MSW/MPH dual-degree program is on-campus full-time following the traditional academic calendar for six semesters, starting in mid-August. There is also a two-year full-time Advanced Standing program option. Applications are accepted September through December.

Social Work Curriculum

Gaining Clinical Skills in Field Education

Kristen Dingwall (MSW, ’20) has always been dedicated to helping families in crisis rebuild their lives. Through an internship with SummitStone Health Partners, she was able to practice skills learned in the classroom as well as gain clinical experience beyond campus.

Building Community Through Food

FoCo Cafe’s executive director Mallory Garneau (MSW ’17) came to CSU in 2009 from her home in the Highlands Ranch area as an undeclared major, but it was her experience studying abroad that solidified her interest in social work and making real-world change.

Changing Careers to Make a Difference

Before his arrival at CSU, Chase Williams (MSW, ’20) was working as a paramedic at a major emergency department in Columbus, Ohio, with plans to go into community paramedicine and then nursing. However, he felt called to make a difference in another way.

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