Master of Social Work

Student Learning Outcomes:

• 1. Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior.
  2. Advance Human Rights and Social, Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice.
  3. Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice.
  4. Engage In Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice.
  5. Engage in Policy Practice.
  6. Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
  7. Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
  8. Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.
  9. Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities.

Outcomes Assessment Activities

Generalists year students: 80% of students will score 80% or higher (inclusive of all measures) for competencies 1-9.

Specialized year students: 85% of students will score 80% or higher (inclusive of all measures) for competencies 1-9.

Tuition: 

As a public and non-profit university, CSU Pueblo partners with you to make your education affordable. CSU Pueblo offers one affordable tuition rate, regardless of residency. 

Master of Social Work: $550 per credit hour

Scholarships:

Everyone deserves affordable education. That is why we offer a number of scholarships to help you achieve your education goals. 
https://www.csupueblo.edu/student-financial-services/scholarships/index.html

Financial Aid:

Learning can lead to earning. Discover where a Master of Social Work might take you and make informed choices about your future in education.

Diverse Industries:

• Clinical & Mental Health Careers
• Hospice & Palliative Care Social Worker
• Forensic Social Worker
• Clinical Supervisor
• International Humanitarian Social Worker
• Corporate Social Responsability (CSR) Manager

Specific Admission Requirements

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers two admission pathways depending on your academic background. Review the requirements below to determine which pathway applies to you.

Advance Standing

For students with an accredited Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree. 

Advanced Standing allows completion of the MSW degree in 1 year (3 semesters). 

• Bachelor of Social Work degree from a CSWE accredited program or recognized through International Social Work Degree Recognition and Evaluation Services
• Statistics course (not required for admission)
• Research course (not required for admission)
• Applicants with a 3.0 or above either for the overall GPA or for the last 60 credit hours attempted will be considered for general acceptance.
• 150 hours of volunteer or paid work experience in a human services field during the past five years
• Most recent placement evaluation
• Three letters of recommendation
• Personal statement (4 pages)

Generalist Standing

For students with a bachelor’s degree other than Social Work. 

General Standing allows completion of the MSW degree in 2 years (6 semesters). 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with at least 18 credits of liberal arts coursework
• Statistics course (not required for admission)
• Research course (not required for admission)
• General acceptance: Applicants with a 3.0 or above either for the overall GPA or for the last 60 credit hours attempted will be considered for general acceptance.
• Conditional acceptance: Applicants with a 2.5–2.99 GPA for the overall GPA or for the last 60 credit hours may be considered for conditional acceptance.
• Three letters of recommendation
• Personal statement (3 pages)

Documents to Submit with Your Application

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Submit a resume or CV outlining your education and professional experience. Advanced Standing applicants should clearly indicate the total hours of volunteer or paid work experience in the human services field.

Placement Evaluation Document

Advanced Standing applicants must submit their most recent placement evaluation document from their BSW field practicum.