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Social Work in California

Social Work Schools in California

Jobs for Social Work Grads in California

In this state, there are 190,610 people employed in jobs related to a Social Work degree, compared to 1,154,620 nationwide.

Social Work Jobs Nationwide vs. CA

Wages for Social Work Jobs in California

Social Work grads earn an average of $81,600 in the state and $70,844 nationwide.

Social Work Wages Nationwide vs. CA

Our data covers 17 colleges in California offering Social Work degrees. Learn about the most popular 17 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $63,275 a year. With an admission rate of 10%, getting in takes some planning. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $55,944 a year. The full-time student retention rate is 42%. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $12,520 a year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $37,248 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 92% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 73%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $38,082 in their first year after graduation. About 47% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $42,434 a year. The school admits about 94% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 81%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $58,993 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 80%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,533 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 74%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 74%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $34,196 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 98% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 78%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $42,772 after earning their degree at this institution. About 94% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $42,235 in their first year after graduation. About 34% of those who apply are admitted. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $57,445 in their first year after graduation. About 12% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $36,356 in their first year after graduation. About 96% of those who apply are admitted. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,824 in their first year after graduation. About 79% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,763 a year. The school admits about 9% of applicants. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $39,215 a year. About 87% of those who apply are admitted. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $30,678 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 99% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 76%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $38,193 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 97%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 80%.

Social Work Careers in CA

Some of the careers Social Work majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Social and Community Service Managers 13% $156,089
Healthcare Social Workers 12% $78,044
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary 8% $65,510
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers 6% $58,560
Social Workers, All Other 5% $62,827
Counselors, All Other 5% $81,766
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists 3% $40,804
Child, Family, and School Social Workers 1% $41,658
Marriage and Family Therapists -4% $74,325

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Social Work.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Public Administration 13,993
Human Services 11,674
Public Policy 6,183
Community Organization & Advocacy 2,651
Other Public Administration 518

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