#1
BYU
📍 Rexburg, ID · Private nonprofit
Tuition/yr
$4.8K
Total 4yr
$19K
BSW Grads
75
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Best BSW Programs in Idaho
Compare 5 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in Idaho. Real tuition, graduate counts, and licensing alignment — pulled from IPEDS 2024-25 institutional data and the live CSWE accreditation directory.
5
CSWE-accredited BSW programs
218
BSW graduates 2023–24
4
With online format
$4.8K
Lowest tuition/yr (in-state)
About BSW programs in Idaho
Idaho hosts 5 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs across public, private nonprofit, and (in some states) for-profit institutions. Together, these programs awarded 218 BSW degrees in the 2023–24 academic year — feeding Idaho's pipeline of social workers in healthcare, schools, behavioral health, child welfare, and community practice.
The BSW pathway in Idaho 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: Brigham Young University-Idaho, Boise State University, Lewis-Clark State College.
All BSW Programs in Idaho
Sorted by 2023-24 graduate output. Click any program to see full details, contact info, and ROI breakdown.
#2
BSU
📍 Boise, ID · Public
Tuition/yr
$28K
Total 4yr
$111K
BSW Grads
54
#3
LCS
📍 Lewiston, ID · Public
Tuition/yr
$22K
Total 4yr
$88K
BSW Grads
43
#4
NNU
📍 Nampa, ID · Private nonprofit
Tuition/yr
$41K
Total 4yr
$163K
BSW Grads
24
#5
ISU
📍 Pocatello, ID · Public
Tuition/yr
$28K
Total 4yr
$111K
BSW Grads
22
Idaho Social Work Licensing
Every program on this page is CSWE-accredited, which is required for Idaho 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 Idaho?
There are 5 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in Idaho as of 2024-25 IPEDS reporting. Of those, 4 offer an online format option.
How much does a BSW program cost in Idaho?
In-state BSW tuition in Idaho ranges from $4.8K/yr at the most affordable program to $41K/yr, with an average of $14K/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 Idaho after completing a BSW?
Yes. Idaho accepts CSWE-accredited BSW graduates for licensure. After graduation, you'd typically pursue the LSW (Licensed Social Worker). See the full Idaho licensing path →
What's the typical career outlook for BSW graduates in Idaho?
BLS reports social workers in Idaho 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.