Social Work at University of Illinois Chicago
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, consider the program at University of Illinois Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 245 social work graduations were recorded at University of Illinois Chicago.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Chicago
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Chicago. Among 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) studied exclusively online and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Illinois Chicago’s Social Work program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 109 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #22 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #79 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #101 of 567 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 109 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #22 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #79 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #101 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Graduates of University of Illinois Chicago’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 | $44,534 |
| 2 years | $43,182 |
| 3 years | $48,397 |
| 4 years | $55,341 |
| 5 years | $61,898 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Social Work graduates from University of Illinois Chicago take home a median $55,341, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Social Work graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, by degree type.
Program-wide, Social Work graduates at University of Illinois Chicago are 86% women (210) and 14% men (35).
Social Work Master’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Among the 241 master’s social work degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 86% were women (207) and 14% were men (34).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 119 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 69 |
| Black / African American | 28 |
| Asian | 15 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 49% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, above the national average of 42%.*
Social Work Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Of the 4 doctoral social work degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Social Work doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, below the national average of 51%.*
*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 University of Illinois Chicago
This Social Work program at University of Illinois Chicago offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 245 |
Best-Paid Careers for Social Work Graduates
Those who complete Social Work program at University of Illinois Chicago work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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
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