Colorado offers a few programs for students and professionals looking to obtain their Master of Social Work degrees online. The Metropolitan State University of Denver offers fully online programs as well as a mixed traditional program where coursework can be accessed on campus, hybrid, or online. Lastly, Colorado State University at Fort Collins offers a distance hybrid course, combining off campus courses with two intensive learning weekends a semester at different areas in the state.

Please note: All online MSW programs require students to complete field education at a local health services agency.

In the tables below, click on the school name to learn more about the programs offered by that school.

Metropolitan State University of Denver also offers a fully online program requiring no visits in addition to offering a mixed traditional program. This program allows for coursework to be accessed online and on campus. Both of these online MSW programs offer traditional and advanced standing admissions either full time or part time.

Colorado State University at Fort Collins offers a “distance hybrid” MSW program option. While the majority of classes are online, students are required to attend two intensive learning weekends per semester in either Denver of Colorado Springs. The program offers both traditional and advanced standing admission with part time enrollment options as well.

Most schools offering online MSW programs accept students from Colorado. However, the online MSW programs at The University of Alaska at Anchorage, The University of Missouri has specific acceptance requirements that do not include accepting students from the State of Colorado.

All online MSW programs require field education at a local health services agency. Programs that are 100% online do not require students to visit the campus during the program.

The Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners issues two types of social work license: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Social Worker (LSW). Below are some common steps to become a social worker in Colorado, which you should confirm with Colorado’s board of social workers. Information regarding licensure in Colorado was last retrieved in August 2020.

For more detailed information on becoming a social worker in Colorado, visit the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners. You can also refer to our guides on general requirements for becoming a social worker and becoming an LCSW.

Last updated: September 2020