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Best MSW Programs near Edinburg, TX (2026)
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Edited by Zoe MacDougall, BS in Psychology, MSW Student (Exp. Graduation 2028)
Edinburg, Texas (population 105,799) has 1 CSWE-accredited MSW program based in the city . 15 Texas programs also offer an online option. Every program below is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the requirement for Texas licensure.
Best MSW programs in Edinburg, TX
Accredited programs with a campus in Edinburg, TX, ranked by our five-factor model. National and online rank badges appear only for programs in the top 25 (nationally, or among online programs).
- #1 In Edinburg, TX
University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX, TX · CSWE-accredited since 2002 · Online or On-Campus
7.0
3 concentrations ✓ Advanced Standing Online optionWhy it ranks here
University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley has held CSWE accreditation since 2002, 24 years of standing as of 2026. The MSW is offered both online and on campus (Edinburg, TX). It records 3 concentrations (Advanced Generalist; Clinical or Direct Practice; Macro Social Work). An Advanced Standing track is available for qualified BSW holders. Students can enroll full-time or part-time. The program also offers 1 dual-degree option and 1 embedded certificate.
Concentrations
Advanced Generalist, Clinical or Direct Practice, Macro Social Work
Five-factor score breakdown
- Accreditation longevity (30%) 4.9
- Pathways & laddering (22%) 8.9
- Prestige (Carnegie research tier) (18%) 5.0
- Delivery format (18%) 8.0
- Schedule flexibility (12%) 10.0
Online MSW programs available in Edinburg, TX
Texas-based CSWE-accredited programs with an online option, which Edinburg, TX residents can complete from home. See the full online MSW ranking for national options.
| Institution | Accredited | Adv. Standing | Natl. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Arlington | 1970 | Yes | #20 |
| University of Houston | 1970 | Yes | #51 |
| Our Lady of the Lake University | 1945 | Yes | #82 |
| University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley | 2002 | Yes | #108 |
| Baylor University | 2001 | Yes | #117 |
| Abilene Christian University | 2007 | Yes | #141 |
| Texas State University | 1997 | Yes | #146 |
| Stephen F. Austin State University | 1998 | Yes | #155 |
| East Texas A&M University | 2001 | Yes | #198 |
| Angelo State University | 2019 | Yes | #223 |
| University of Texas at El Paso | 2010 | Yes | #237 |
| Texas Tech University | 2015 | Yes | #263 |
| Texas Woman's University | 2017 | Yes | #274 |
| Prairie View A&M University | 2021 | Yes | #280 |
| West Texas A&M University | 2010 | Yes | #297 |
How much do social workers make in Edinburg, TX in 2026?
Edinburg, Texas sits within the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area, the labor market that sets pay and demand for its social workers. Across specialties, the area employs roughly 1,330 social workers , and the best-paid specialty here is healthcare social workers at a $60,070 median. Figures are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS program (May 2025).
| Occupation | Employed | Median wage | Typical range (10th–90th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare social workers | 330 | $60,070 | $29,330 – $76,310 |
| Mental health & substance abuse social workers | 330 | $43,380 | $43,380 – $57,210 |
| Child, family & school social workers | 600 | $58,040 | $35,320 – $81,080 |
| Social workers, all other | 70 | $45,030 | $35,570 – $101,860 |
| Social & community service managers (macro) | 300 | $63,130 | $39,610 – $103,770 |
How local pay compares
Child, family & school social workers around Edinburg, TX earn a median of $58,040 versus $55,680 statewide in Texas and $67,310 nationally. That is at or above the Texas median.
Where do social workers work in Edinburg, TX in 2026?
Edinburg, Texas sits in Hidalgo County. Organizations in and around the city that commonly employ MSW-level social workers include:
- Tropical Texas Behavioral Health
- DHR Health (Doctors Hospital at Renaissance)
- Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District
- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
- Hidalgo County
Representative local employers known to operate in the area; illustrative, not an exhaustive or BLS-sourced list.
Nationally, BLS projects social worker employment to grow 6% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations, driven by demand in healthcare and mental-health settings. Macro roles such as social and community service managers are projected to grow alongside them. See pay by role in our career guides.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) for McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX; employment projections from the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. Wages are annual medians.
What kind of social work license do I need in Edinburg, TX?
After an MSW from Edinburg, TX or anywhere, these are the Texas social work licenses, per ASWB. A CSWE-accredited degree is required for each.
| License | Education | Supervised hours | Exam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) | Bachelor of Social Work | 3000 hours | Bachelors |
| Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Doctorate of Social Work or Master of Social Work | 3000 hours | Clinical |
| Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) | Doctorate of Social Work or Master of Social Work | 3000 hours | Masters |
| Licensed Master Social Worker-Advanced Practice (LMSW-AP) | Doctorate of Social Work or Master of Social Work | — | Advanced Generalist |
Source: ASWB social work licensure database. Verify current requirements with the Texas state board before applying.
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Sources
- CSWE Directory of Accredited Programs for program accreditation, campuses, and structure.
- U.S. Census Bureau 2023 Gazetteer (city coordinates) and Population Estimates Program (population).
- ASWB social work licensure database for Texas license requirements.
Last updated 2026-06-12. "Near" means a program campus within 60 straight-line miles of the city center.