University of Colorado Colorado Springs
At a glance
| Program | BSW | MSW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4 yr | 2 yr |
| Tuition / yr | $11K in · $25K out | $16K in · $27K out |
| Total cost | $44K in · $100K out | $31K in · $54K out |
| Grads 23–24 | 44 | 46 |
| LCSW payback | — | 1.6yr |
Across all programs at the institution, 66% of students take at least one course online, and 15% are enrolled exclusively online.
CSWE-Accredited Programs at University of Colorado Colorado Springs
BSW · Bachelor of Social Work
MSW · Master of Social Work
What this MSW costs you — and how fast it pays back
At $16K/yr in-state tuition, the full University of Colorado Colorado Springs MSW program runs about $31K over 2 years. After completing post-MSW supervised hours (typically 2 years) and passing the ASWB Clinical exam, an LCSW in clinical practice typically earns ~$20,000/yr more than an LMSW without clinical licensure. That makes your tuition payback period roughly 1.6 years after licensure.
This is a directional estimate using BLS national medians. Actual ROI varies by region, setting, and specialization. Out-of-state students typically face higher tuition; some programs offer assistantships that reduce net cost.