Social Work at Wichita State University
If you plan to study Social Work, consider the program at Wichita State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wichita State University is in Wichita, KS.
During the most recent reporting year, 118 social work graduations were recorded at Wichita State University.
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Online Class Availability at Wichita State University
Distance learning is available at Wichita State University. Of 16,689 students, 4,761 (29%) studied exclusively online and 5,354 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Wichita State University
Rankings can help you compare Wichita State University’s Social Work program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #16 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #53 of 58 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #246 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #469 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Wichita State University
Students who complete Wichita State 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 | $38,174 |
| 2 years | $34,932 |
| 3 years | $38,224 |
| 4 years | $43,373 |
| 5 years | $51,141 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Work graduates from Wichita State University earn a median of $43,373, compared with $52,641 for all Wichita State University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from Wichita State University comes in at $31,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Social Work graduates at Wichita State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Social Work graduates at Wichita State University are 95% women (112) and 5% men (6).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Wichita State University
Of the 45 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at Wichita State University, 96% were women (43) and 4% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Wichita State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 44% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Wichita State University, lower than the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Wichita State University
Of the 62 master’s social work graduates at Wichita State University, 94% were women (58) and 6% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Wichita State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 42 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 32% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Wichita 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 Wichita State University
The Social Work program at Wichita State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 118 |
Best-Paid Careers for Social Work Graduates
Graduates of the Social Work program at Wichita State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying 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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