Social Work at Washburn University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, take a look at what Washburn University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Washburn University is located in Topeka, KS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 60 social work degrees were awarded at Washburn University.
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Online Class Availability at Washburn University
Distance learning is available at Washburn University. Among 6,033 students, 783 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,054 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Washburn University
Rankings can help you compare Washburn University’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #44 of 58 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #202 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #373 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Washburn University
Students who complete Washburn 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 | $40,087 |
| 2 years | $41,113 |
| 3 years | $44,184 |
| 4 years | $48,299 |
| 5 years | $54,239 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Social Work graduates from Washburn University take home a median $48,299, compared with $60,805 for all Washburn University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Work graduates from Washburn University stands at $24,623.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Social Work graduates at Washburn University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Social Work graduates at Washburn University are 90% women (54) and 10% men (6).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Washburn University
Of the 23 bachelor’s social work graduates at Washburn University, 91% were women (21) and 9% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Washburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 35% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Washburn University, lower than the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Washburn University
Among the 37 master’s social work graduates at Washburn University, 89% were women (33) and 11% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Washburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 22% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Washburn University, 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 Washburn University
This Social Work program at Washburn University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 60 |
Best-Paid Careers for Social Work Graduates
Graduates of the Social Work program at Washburn 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.