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Best MSW Programs near Laredo, TX (2026)
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Edited by Zoe MacDougall, BS in Psychology, MSW Student (Exp. Graduation 2028)
Laredo, Texas (population 257,602) has no MSW campus within city limits . 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 Laredo, TX
No CSWE-accredited MSW program currently lists a campus inside Laredo, TX. See the nearby and online options below.
Online MSW programs available in Laredo, TX
Texas-based CSWE-accredited programs with an online option, which Laredo, 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 Laredo, TX in 2026?
Laredo, Texas sits within the Laredo, TX metro area, the labor market that sets pay and demand for its social workers. Across specialties, the area employs roughly 350 social workers , and the best-paid specialty here is healthcare social workers at a $61,930 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 | 80 | $61,930 | $36,040 – $99,290 |
| Child, family & school social workers | 270 | $49,900 | $35,400 – $67,750 |
| Social & community service managers (macro) | 100 | $68,140 | $45,350 – $98,430 |
How local pay compares
Child, family & school social workers around Laredo, TX earn a median of $49,900 versus $55,680 statewide in Texas and $67,310 nationally. That is below the Texas median.
Where do social workers work in Laredo, TX in 2026?
Laredo, Texas sits in Webb County. Organizations in and around the city that commonly employ MSW-level social workers include:
- Border Region Behavioral Health Center
- Laredo Medical Center and Doctors Hospital of Laredo
- United and Laredo Independent School Districts
- Webb County Community Action Agency
- Texas A&M International University
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 Laredo, TX; employment projections from the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. Wages are annual medians.
What kind of social work license do I need in Laredo, TX?
After an MSW from Laredo, 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.