Social Work at Metropolitan State University of Denver
If you plan to study Social Work, you may want to check out the program at Metropolitan State University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is located in Denver, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 312 social work degrees were granted at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
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Online & Distance Learning at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Many students take online classes at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Among 18,453 students, 4,515 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,384 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Rankings can help you compare Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #14 of 26 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 26 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #226 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #276 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Students who complete Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Social Work program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,253 |
| 2 years | $44,018 |
| 3 years | $48,954 |
| 4 years | $54,789 |
| 5 years | $59,451 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Social Work graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver earn a median of $54,789, compared with $53,722 for all Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver is $29,578.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Social Work graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Social Work graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver are 90% women (280) and 10% men (32).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Among the 86 bachelor’s social work graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver, 88% were women (76) and 12% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 34 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 52% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver, higher than the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Among the 226 master’s social work degrees awarded at Metropolitan State University of Denver, 90% were women (204) and 10% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 135 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 59 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver, lower than 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 Metropolitan State University of Denver
This Social Work program at Metropolitan State University of Denver includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 312 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Those who complete Social Work program at Metropolitan State University of Denver work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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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