Social Work at California State University-Chico
If you are interested in studying Social Work, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Chico. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Chico is located in Chico, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 174 social work degrees were granted at California State University-Chico.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Chico
Many students take online classes at California State University-Chico. Of 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at California State University-Chico
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Chico’s Social Work program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #13 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #16 of 52 |
| Best Value | California | #20 of 27 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #33 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #34 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #192 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from California State University-Chico
Graduates of California State University-Chico’s Social Work program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,285 |
| 2 years | $44,987 |
| 3 years | $53,174 |
| 4 years | $58,726 |
| 5 years | $66,446 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Social Work graduates from California State University-Chico take home a median $58,726, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from California State University-Chico is $17,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Social Work graduates at California State University-Chico, by degree type.
Program-wide, Social Work graduates at California State University-Chico are 85% women (148) and 15% men (26).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Among the 66 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at California State University-Chico, 91% were women (60) and 9% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 26 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 56% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, above the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at California State University-Chico
Of the 108 master’s social work degrees awarded at California State University-Chico, 81% were women (88) and 19% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 46 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 46 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 8 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 55% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, above the national average of 42%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Social Work Concentrations at California State University-Chico
The Social Work program at California State University-Chico breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 174 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Those who complete Social Work program at California State University-Chico pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Social Work graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Social and Community Service Managers | $156,089 |
| Counselors, All Other | $81,766 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $78,044 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $74,325 |
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,510 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $62,827 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $58,560 |
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $41,658 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $40,804 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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