Idaho 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.
Idaho has a compact social work education landscape, with five schools offering bachelor’s-level social work study and three offering MSW programs. Students can begin with a BSW pathway or continue into graduate study, but no social work doctoral program appears among the listed Idaho schools.
Some schools also offer certificates or programs in mental and social health, public administration, or other social service fields. These may support different career goals, but students should not assume they are equivalent to a social work degree.
Students can compare CSWE-accredited social work programs at all five Idaho social work schools in the list. Three schools offer both accredited bachelor’s and master’s pathways, while two focus on accredited bachelor’s study. That gives undergraduates several in-state choices, while MSW applicants have a narrower set of options to compare.
Advanced standing appears among the MSW study plans at all three graduate schools. Other options include full-time, part-time, evening or weekend study, multiple annual cohorts, specializations, an addictions certification, and a theology or divinity dual degree. Students should confirm which features apply to their intended pathway.
CSWE programmatic accreditation applies to a particular social work program and is separate from accreditation held by the institution. Prospective students should verify the current CSWE status of their exact BSW or MSW program before enrolling.
Online availability appears broad for a state with five social work schools. Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College, and Northwest Nazarene University report some online availability for their CSWE-accredited social work offerings.
An online indicator does not necessarily mean every degree option, course, or field placement can be completed fully online. Ask each school whether the program is online, hybrid, or campus-based and how field education is arranged in your location.
For cost-conscious students, Brigham Young University-Idaho has the lowest reported in-state tuition and average net price among Idaho’s social work schools. Public institutions also appear among the lower-cost options.
These figures are school-level cost signals, not social work program-specific prices. Actual expenses can vary by degree level, residency, fees, financial aid, enrollment intensity, and field placement requirements. Request a current program estimate before comparing offers.
Start with the degree that matches your educational background and goals. BSW students can compare five schools, while MSW applicants have three choices and may need to weigh specialization, schedule, advanced standing, and location more closely.
Related human services, mental health, and social service programs can be useful alternatives for some careers, but they should not be treated as social work degrees. Compare the credential title, curriculum, field education, and CSWE status rather than relying only on a broad subject label.
Yes. Five Idaho schools offer bachelor’s-level social work study, and Boise State University, Idaho State University, and Northwest Nazarene University offer MSW programs.
Four CSWE-accredited social work schools report some online availability. The exact format may differ by degree and school, so verify whether courses, campus requirements, and field placements can be completed where you live.
Advanced standing appears among the study plans at all three Idaho MSW schools. Eligibility and completion time can vary, so ask each program about prior-degree, accreditation, GPA, and application requirements.
No social work doctoral program appears among Idaho’s five social work schools. A school may offer doctoral study in another subject, but that should not be treated as a doctorate in social work.
Based on reported school-level figures, Brigham Young University-Idaho has the lowest listed in-state tuition and average net price among Idaho’s social work schools. Idaho State University and Lewis-Clark State College also appear among the lower-cost options, depending on which cost measure students compare.
Completing a listed program does not automatically guarantee licensure. Confirm the program’s CSWE status and ask the school and the appropriate Idaho licensing authority whether its curriculum and field education meet current requirements.
Tuition is a published school charge, while average net price reflects school-level costs after typical grant or scholarship aid. Neither figure is specific to the social work program, and an individual student’s actual cost may differ.
Whether you live in Boise, Meridian, Nampa or elsewhere in Idaho, you can find the right social work or human services degree program for you. Filter schools in Idaho by degree level and field type. Rank schools by features that matter to you. Explore all the social work programs offered in Idaho below.
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Type of Institution
Private nonprofit
Total Enrollment
44,397
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
59.05%
In-State Tuition:
$4,800
Out-of-State Tuition:
$4,800
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$8,221
Applicants Accepted:
95.75%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
555
Average SAT Math Score:
540
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Type of Institution
Public
Total Enrollment
2,385
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
30.19%
In-State Tuition:
$7,610
Out-of-State Tuition:
$22,028
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$15,635
Applicants Accepted:
87.69%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
N/A
Average SAT Math Score:
N/A
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
Public
Total Enrollment
7,583
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
37.46%
In-State Tuition:
$8,610
Out-of-State Tuition:
$27,720
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$12,193
Applicants Accepted:
Not enough data
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
N/A
Average SAT Math Score:
N/A
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
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Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program description:
Any instructional program in public administration and services not listed above.
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Type of Institution
Public
Total Enrollment
17,674
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
61.15%
In-State Tuition:
$9,048
Out-of-State Tuition:
$27,788
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$21,610
Applicants Accepted:
87.21%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
N/A
Average SAT Math Score:
N/A
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
1,024
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
59.6%
In-State Tuition:
$40,794
Out-of-State Tuition:
$40,794
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$29,580
Applicants Accepted:
64.74%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
560
Average SAT Math Score:
540
