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Social Work in District of Columbia

Social Work Schools in District of Columbia

194 students earned Social Work degrees in District of Columbia in the 2022-2023 year.

In terms of popularity, Social Work is the 24th most popular major in the state out of a total 171 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Social Work Majors in District of Columbia

Social Work majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 153
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a social work major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of social work majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.1%
  • Black or African American: 49.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.3%
  • White: 29.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.6%
  • Other Races: 6.2%
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Jobs for Social Work Grads in District of Columbia

4,350 people in the state and 987,750 in the nation are employed in jobs related to social work.

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Wages for Social Work Jobs in District of Columbia

In this state, social work grads earn an average of $70,270. Nationwide, they make an average of $58,470.

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There are 3 colleges in District of Columbia that offer social work degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Catholic University of America

Washington
120 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years.

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#2

Howard University

Washington
69 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

67% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

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#3

Gallaudet University

Washington
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.30%. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,167.

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Social Work Careers in DC

Some of the careers social work majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Counselors 21% $44,220

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