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Mental & Social Health Services Schools in Connecticut

113 Mental Health Services students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Mental & Social Health Services is the 31st most popular major in the state out of a total 173 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mental & Social Health Services Majors in Connecticut

Mental Health Services majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 105
Post-Master’s Certificate 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 8

Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, a mental health services major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of mental health services majors in Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.5%
  • Black or African American: 18.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.5%
  • White: 57.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.9%
  • Other Races: 8.0%
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Jobs for Mental & Social Health Services Grads in Connecticut

11,100 people in the state and 817,510 in the nation are employed in jobs related to mental health services.

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Wages for Mental & Social Health Services Jobs in Connecticut

Mental Health Services grads earn an average of $61,750 in the state and $54,150 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Connecticut that offer mental health services degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

Fairfield University

Fairfield
41 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
5,513 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.20%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 97% of students receive it.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
10,652 Total Students

89% of students get financical aid. Graduates earn an average $47,806 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,331 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. In their early career, SCSU grads earn an average salary of $42,096. The full-time teacher rate is 48%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
6,961 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 37%. Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
1,384 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 5.60% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#6

Post University

Waterbury
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
16% Graduation Rate
13,844 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,529. The full-time teacher rate is 6%.

#6

University of Saint Joseph

West Hartford
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
2,305 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private school has an average net price of $24,569. The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at USJ.

Mental & Social Health Services Careers in CT

Some of the careers mental health services majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Mental Health Counselors 18% $0
Counselors 16% $56,970
Community Health Workers 15% $43,790
Substance Abuse Counselors 14% $0
Substance Abuse Social Workers 13% $62,430
Healthcare Social Workers 11% $71,120
Psychology Professors 10% $88,570
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 7% $88,890
Clergy 7% $57,200
Social Work Professors 2% $0
Psychiatric Technicians 2% $56,170

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to mental health services.

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Nursing 750
Rehabilitation Professions 386
Medicine 293
Public Health 278
Allied Health Professions 269
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences 160
Health/Medical Admin Services 139
Communication Sciences 103

View all majors related to Mental & Social Health Services

View Nationwide Mental & Social Health Services Report

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