Social Work at George Mason University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, consider the program at George Mason University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
George Mason University is located in Fairfax, VA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 183 social work degrees were awarded at George Mason University.
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Studying Online at George Mason University
Online coursework is an option at George Mason University. Among 39,766 students, 7,435 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 20,269 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at George Mason University
Use these rankings to compare George Mason University’s Social Work program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #2 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 132 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 570 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #87 of 132 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #317 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from George Mason University
Students who complete George Mason University’s Social Work program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $47,234 |
| 2 years | $43,729 |
| 3 years | $50,068 |
| 4 years | $58,748 |
| 5 years | $66,241 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Work graduates from George Mason University earn a median of $58,748, compared with $79,668 for all George Mason University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from George Mason University is $24,188.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Social Work graduates at George Mason University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Social Work graduates at George Mason University are 92% women (169) and 8% men (14).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at George Mason University
Among the 50 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at George Mason University, 94% were women (47) and 6% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at George Mason University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 68% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at George Mason University, above the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at George Mason University
Of the 133 master’s social work degrees awarded at George Mason University, 92% were women (122) and 8% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at George Mason University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 59 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 23 |
| Black / African American | 22 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 14 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at George Mason University, 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 George Mason University
The Social Work program at George Mason University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 183 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Graduates of the Social Work program at George Mason University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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