Social Work at Westfield State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, consider the program at Westfield State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Westfield State University is located in Westfield, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 123 social work graduations were recorded at Westfield State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Westfield State University
Online coursework is an option at Westfield State University. Among 4,588 students, 515 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,058 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Westfield State University
Use these rankings to compare Westfield State University’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #5 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #8 of 16 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #14 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #116 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #348 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Westfield State University
Those who finish Westfield State University’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 | $46,926 |
| 2 years | $45,365 |
| 3 years | $53,221 |
| 4 years | $58,507 |
| 5 years | $62,707 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Social Work graduates from Westfield State University report median earnings of $58,507, compared with $52,209 for all Westfield State University graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from Westfield State University is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Social Work graduates at Westfield State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Social Work graduates at Westfield State University are 79% women (97) and 21% men (26).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Westfield State University
Of the 22 bachelor’s social work graduates at Westfield State University, 82% were women (18) and 18% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Westfield State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Minority students account for 27% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Westfield State University, below the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Westfield State University
Among the 101 master’s social work degrees awarded at Westfield State University, 78% were women (79) and 22% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Westfield State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 68 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 4 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 32% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Westfield State University, below 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 Westfield State University
The Social Work program at Westfield State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 123 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Those who complete Social Work program at Westfield State University 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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