#1
MSU
📍 Denver, CO · Public
Tuition/yr
$31K
Total 4yr
$123K
BSW Grads
86
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Best BSW Programs in Colorado
Compare 4 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in Colorado. Real tuition, graduate counts, and licensing alignment — pulled from IPEDS 2024-25 institutional data and the live CSWE accreditation directory.
4
CSWE-accredited BSW programs
222
BSW graduates 2023–24
2
With online format
$9.9K
Lowest tuition/yr (in-state)
About BSW programs in Colorado
Colorado hosts 4 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs across public, private nonprofit, and (in some states) for-profit institutions. Together, these programs awarded 222 BSW degrees in the 2023–24 academic year — feeding Colorado's pipeline of social workers in healthcare, schools, behavioral health, child welfare, and community practice.
The BSW pathway in Colorado typically leads to: LSW (Licensed Social Worker). Time-to-license: pass exam after graduation. Median earnings: $48,000.
Top programs by 2023-24 graduate output: Metropolitan State University of Denver, Colorado State University-Fort Collins, University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
All BSW Programs in Colorado
Sorted by 2023-24 graduate output. Click any program to see full details, contact info, and ROI breakdown.
#2
CSU
📍 Fort Collins, CO · Public
Tuition/yr
$35K
Total 4yr
$140K
BSW Grads
69
#3
UCC
📍 Colorado Springs, CO · Public
Tuition/yr
$25K
Total 4yr
$100K
BSW Grads
44
#4
CMU
📍 Grand Junction, CO · Public
Tuition/yr
$25K
Total 4yr
$100K
BSW Grads
23
Colorado Social Work Licensing
Every program on this page is CSWE-accredited, which is required for Colorado licensure. Each state's licensing board sets its own additional requirements — supervised hours, exams, fingerprinting, jurisprudence assessments, and renewal CEUs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CSWE-accredited BSW programs are in Colorado?
There are 4 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in Colorado as of 2024-25 IPEDS reporting. Of those, 2 offer an online format option.
How much does a BSW program cost in Colorado?
In-state BSW tuition in Colorado ranges from $9.9K/yr at the most affordable program to $13K/yr, with an average of $11K/yr. Total program cost depends on duration: a 4-year BSW or 2-year MSW. Out-of-state students typically pay 1.5×–2× the in-state rate at public schools.
Can I get licensed to practice social work in Colorado after completing a BSW?
Yes. Colorado accepts CSWE-accredited BSW graduates for licensure. After graduation, you'd typically pursue the LSW (Licensed Social Worker). See the full Colorado licensing path →
What's the typical career outlook for BSW graduates in Colorado?
BLS reports social workers in Colorado earn a median $48,000. Demand for licensed social workers is projected to grow 7% nationally through 2032 — faster than average. Hospitals, schools, behavioral health agencies, and child welfare departments are the largest employers.
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Data sources & methodology. Tuition, enrollment, and institutional metadata pulled from IPEDS 2024-25 release (NCES). CSWE accreditation status from the public CSWE Accredited Programs directory. Graduation counts from IPEDS Completions (CIP code 44.0701, July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024). Salary figures based on BLS OEWS 2023 medians. Information last updated May 2026 — accreditation status, tuition, and program details may have changed since IPEDS reporting; always verify with the school directly.