Master of Social Work
Program Overview
The MSW Program at CSU Pueblo has been accredited by CSWE since 2019.
The Master of Social Work program at CSU Pueblo prepares students for advanced social work practitioners with the knowledge, skills, and values for creating effective processes required to serve diverse client populations in systems of all sizes.
Students will learn how to advocate for changes in policy and legislation to improve social conditions in order to meet basic human needs as well as promote social justice.
Our program offers two entry options for students:
Generalist: Admission into the first year of the MSW program by anyone with any undergraduate degree and 18 credit hours of liberal arts.
Advanced Standing: Admission directly into the second year of the MSW program once a student has been awarded an CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree.
Our program is currently offered only face-to-face. All students travel to Colorado Springs for courses on Saturdays and then to Pueblo for courses on Sundays. Courses meet 8 times a semester (approximately every other weekend).
"While in the process of taking my final math courses, I had a professor talk to me about Social Work because the treatment I received from the VA just wasn't cutting it. I wasn't happy, and now I want to do something different. All of us have some sort of need, and sometimes we can't figure out what is the best way to take care of that need. We're not in the field of giving advice but giving options. I will always have my door open to help people and that's just the nature of what we do."
Daniel McFadden, LCSW
Frequently Asked Questions
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IS THE GMAT OR GRE REQUIRED FOR ADMITTANCE?
The GMAT or GRE are not required for admission.
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WHAT IS THE CSWE ACCREDITATION?
CSWE is an acronym that stands for the Council on Social Work Education.
This accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as the only accrediting agency for social work education in the United States. -
WHAT COURSES WILL I TAKE IN THE GENERALIST YEAR?
The Generalist consists of 30 credit hours. Curriculum requirements are available here.
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WHAT COURSES WILL I TAKE IN THE SPECIALIZED YEAR?
The Specialized (and Advanced Standing) year consists of 30 credits. Curriculum requirements are available here.
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DO I HAVE TO DO A PLACEMENT?
Yes. CSWE requires at least 900 clock hours of placement for all MSW students. Our students complete 948 hours.
Students will complete 448 clock hours in the Generalist year and 500 clock hours in the Specialized (and Advanced Standing) year.
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CAN I DO MY PLACEMENT IN MY PLACE OF WORK?
In some circumstances, you may be able to complete your placement hours at your agency or place of work. There are restrictions, including doing a different job under a different supervisor (must be an MSW with at least 2 years of post-MSW practice experience) and a signed agreement from your agency director (this is to protect your employment in case your placement does not work out).
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Where can I learn more about professional licensure?
This program is one that requires professional licensure. Professional licensure regulations and requirements vary from field to field, and from state to state. Each state and U.S. territory has an authority that is responsible for overseeing the licensure requirements of the various professions in that state. To learn more about licensure requirements for this program, please visit CSU Pueblo’s State Authorization webpage here. -
Am I qualified for scholarships?
You may be qualified for one or more scholarships offered by CSU Pueblo. You must have an updated FAFSA on file with Student Financial Services. Visit the Scholarships page for more information.
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Who can I talk to about my financial aid or my bill?
It is important to check your PAWS account regularly to ensure your aid and bill look correct. Student Financial Services is open Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is available via phone at 719.549.2753, email at financialaid@csupueblo.edu, and take walk-ins.
