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Social Work Schools in Louisiana

In 2020-2021, 591 students earned their Social Work degrees in LA.

A Social Work major is the 3rd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Social Work Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 574
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 17

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, 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 Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.9%
  • Black or African American: 36.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.9%
  • White: 49.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.3%
  • Other Races: 5.6%
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Jobs for Social Work Grads in Louisiana

9,630 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 Louisiana

Social Work grads earn an average of $50,690 in the state and $58,470 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Louisiana that offer social work degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

330 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
34,285 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.44 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,811. 22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

160 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
13,927 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,457 after earning their degree at this institution. This private institution charges an average net price of $39,749.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
25% Graduation Rate
2,264 Total Students

95% of students get financical aid. In their early career, SUNO grads earn an average salary of $27,291. 65% of the teachers are full time.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
5,438 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 30 to 1. 98% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,399 after earning their degree at this institution.

#5

Louisiana College

Pineville
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,153 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.40 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 64% are considered full time.

Social Work Careers in LA

Some of the careers social work majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Social Work Professors 17% $69,760
Healthcare Social Workers 15% $49,610
Substance Abuse Social Workers 12% $39,340
Child, Family, and School Social Workers 11% $49,230
Social and Community Service Managers 11% $67,900
Social Workers 10% $58,000
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists 6% $45,090
Counselors 6% $35,290

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to social work.

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Community Organization & Advocacy 130
Public Administration 113
Public Policy 8

View all majors related to Social Work

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