Montana Social Work Degree Programs
AKA: ASW, BSW, MSW, DSW, Clinical MSW
Data Source:
Dept. of Education - 2026
Social Worker License has analyzed data from 5 schools who offer degree programs in the field of social work and human services. Jump to schools.
Montana students have a small social work education market, so location, degree level, and format can quickly narrow the choices. Three schools offer social work programs, with two bachelor’s-level options and two MSW options. The University of Montana offers both levels, while the other choices are divided between undergraduate and graduate study.
Students seeking doctoral-level social work study will need to look beyond these Montana options because no social work doctoral program is identified in the state.
Students seeking a CSWE-accredited pathway can compare programs at all three Montana social work schools. The University of Montana has accredited baccalaureate and master’s options, Salish Kootenai College has an accredited baccalaureate program, and Carroll College has an accredited MSW program.
CSWE programmatic accreditation applies to a specific social work program and is separate from accreditation held by the institution. Students should confirm the current accreditation status of their intended degree directly with the school and CSWE.
Students looking for flexibility have two schools with CSWE-accredited social work programs to investigate: Carroll College and The University of Montana. This gives MSW applicants more than one flexible-format lead, but undergraduate students should confirm whether online availability applies to their specific bachelor’s pathway.
An online indicator does not mean every degree option, course, campus activity, or field placement is fully online. Ask each school about synchronous classes, required visits, internship locations, state residency restrictions, and whether online access applies to the exact plan of study you want.
Cost-conscious students may want to begin with the three Montana social work schools below, then request a personalized estimate for their intended degree. Tuition and average net price are school-level figures rather than social work program-specific costs, and actual expenses can vary by degree level, enrollment status, fees, aid, and living arrangements.
Because Montana has a short social work school list, the figures below show all three schools rather than a long ranking. They are useful comparison points, not measures of program quality.
Students can narrow Montana’s short list by matching degree level, accreditation, specialization, schedule, location, and field education requirements. MSW applicants can compare Carroll College’s clinical or direct-practice focus with The University of Montana’s advanced-generalist focus. The University of Montana also identifies a law dual-degree option.
Montana State University and University of Providence offer related mental and social health programs, but these should not be treated as social work degrees. Such programs may suit adjacent career goals, so compare curriculum and intended outcomes carefully before choosing one instead of a BSW or MSW.
Yes. Montana has two BSW options and two MSW options. The University of Montana offers both levels, Salish Kootenai College offers a baccalaureate option, and Carroll College offers an MSW option.
No social work doctoral program is identified among Montana’s options. Students seeking doctoral-level study may need to consider programs outside the state.
Carroll College and The University of Montana report some online availability among Montana schools with CSWE-accredited social work programs. Confirm whether online access applies to the specific BSW or MSW pathway you want and ask about campus visits, class format, and field placement requirements.
Carroll College identifies an advanced-standing MSW plan. Applicants should ask about eligibility, prerequisites, schedule, and whether their prior bachelor’s degree meets admission requirements.
Based on reported school-level figures, Salish Kootenai College has the lowest listed in-state tuition and average net price among Montana social work schools, followed by The University of Montana and Carroll College. These figures are not social work program-specific costs.
Completing a listed program does not automatically guarantee licensure. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, so verify the degree, accreditation, supervised-experience, examination, and other rules with the licensing authority where you plan to practice.
Whether you live in Billings, Missoula, Great Falls or elsewhere in Montana, you can find the right social work or human services degree program for you. Filter schools in Montana by degree level and field type. Rank schools by features that matter to you. Explore all the social work programs offered in Montana below.
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Type of Institution
Public
Total Enrollment
580
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
36.17%
In-State Tuition:
$4,311
Out-of-State Tuition:
$11,583
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$7,945
Applicants Accepted:
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
Degree Levels Offered
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Type of Institution
Public
Total Enrollment
14,451
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
59.55%
In-State Tuition:
$8,460
Out-of-State Tuition:
$33,287
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$22,499
Applicants Accepted:
82.14%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
595
Average SAT Math Score:
590
Degree Levels Offered
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Type of Institution
Public
Total Enrollment
7,488
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
49.32%
In-State Tuition:
$8,552
Out-of-State Tuition:
$33,671
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$16,784
Applicants Accepted:
95.86%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
600
Average SAT Math Score:
575
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Type of Institution
Private nonprofit
Total Enrollment
528
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
44.21%
In-State Tuition:
$30,448
Out-of-State Tuition:
$30,448
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$17,649
Applicants Accepted:
50.28%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
610
Average SAT Math Score:
600
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Type of Institution
Private nonprofit
Total Enrollment
1,092
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
70.12%
In-State Tuition:
$41,484
Out-of-State Tuition:
$41,484
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$23,960
Applicants Accepted:
70.93%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
600
Average SAT Math Score:
590
