Social Work at Daemen University
If you are interested in studying Social Work, consider the program at Daemen University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Daemen University sits in Amherst, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 67 social work degrees were granted at Daemen University.
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Studying Online at Daemen University
Many students take online classes at Daemen University. Of 2,540 students, 680 (27%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 494 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Daemen University
These rankings give you a sense of how Daemen University’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #14 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #31 of 33 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #41 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #65 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #326 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #358 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Daemen University
Those who finish Daemen University’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 | $43,116 |
| 2 years | $28,019 |
| 4 years | $46,534 |
| 5 years | $49,506 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Social Work graduates from Daemen University earn a median of $46,534, compared with $74,776 for all Daemen University graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from Daemen University is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Social Work graduates at Daemen University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Social Work graduates at Daemen University are 81% women (54) and 19% men (13).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Daemen University
Among the 4 bachelor’s social work graduates at Daemen University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Daemen University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 75% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Daemen University, higher than the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Daemen University
Among the 63 master’s social work graduates at Daemen University, 81% were women (51) and 19% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Daemen University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 48 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Daemen University, below 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 Daemen University
The Social Work program at Daemen University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 67 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Those who complete Social Work program at Daemen University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Social Work majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.