Overview

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Addiction Counseling in Psychology and Social Work at Colorado State University combines the Master in Addiction Counseling in Psychology (MACP) and the Master of Social Work (MSW), which are offered respectively by the Department of Psychology and the School of Social Work. Each degree accepts credits earned in the other degree. Upon completion of the program, graduates will have completed the educational requirements toward licensure as a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Post-degree supervision and practice requirements vary by state, and prospective students are encouraged to review licensure requirements where they intend to practice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice
Social Welfare Policy and Advocacy
Addiction Counseling Concepts
Ethics and Professional Psychology Practice
Motivational Interviewing
Diversity Issues in Counseling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

More details

They strongly encourage you to have your full application submitted by the priority deadline of December 1st. Final deadline Jan 5th

Language

English

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6.5

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Credits

83 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fort Collins, United States

Disciplines

Social Work Counselling Psychology View 571 other Masters in Social Work in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

The Statement of Purpose
Summary of Experience
Two references
Transcripts
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3-point Essay on MSW/MACP interest
Please respond to the three points below in your essay (5,000 character maximum)
Tell us about your interest in working in the addictions field and with clients who have substance and/or behavioral addictions and what you hope to gain through this program versus the traditional MSW Program (additional 5,000 character maximum):
How you anticipate using your training for the MACP program in career paths you are considering;
How your career as a social worker with a MACP might contribute to our profession;
What you know about the importance of behavioral health and addiction training to the role of social workers in society.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

22666 USD / year

≈ 22666 USD / year
Out-of-State

22666 USD / year

≈ 22666 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11333 USD / year

≈ 11333 USD / year

Additional Details

Out-of-state tuition is approximately double the in-state figures

Living costs

Fort Collins

United States

1210 - 1800 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Fort Collins

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