Social Work at Northeastern Illinois University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, you may want to check out the program at Northeastern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northeastern Illinois University is in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 144 social work graduations were recorded at Northeastern Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Northeastern Illinois University. Of 5,734 students, 1,101 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,235 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Northeastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Northeastern Illinois University’s Social Work program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #6 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #11 of 22 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #33 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #36 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #185 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #205 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Northeastern Illinois University
Graduates of Northeastern Illinois 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 | $34,930 |
| 2 years | $31,474 |
| 3 years | $38,297 |
| 4 years | $44,094 |
| 5 years | $49,644 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Work graduates from Northeastern Illinois University take home a median $44,094, compared with $54,279 for all Northeastern Illinois University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Work graduates from Northeastern Illinois University is $17,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Social Work graduates at Northeastern Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Social Work graduates at Northeastern Illinois University are 81% women (117) and 19% men (27).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Among the 76 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at Northeastern Illinois University, 82% were women (62) and 18% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 43 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 76% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, higher than the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Of the 68 master’s social work degrees awarded at Northeastern Illinois University, 81% were women (55) and 19% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 34 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 66% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, higher 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 Northeastern Illinois University
This Social Work program at Northeastern Illinois University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 144 |
Best-Paid Careers for Social Work Graduates
Students who finish Social Work program at Northeastern Illinois University go on to a range of careers. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.