Social Work Schools in New Jersey
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Jobs for Social Work Grads in New Jersey
In this state, there are 27,890 people employed in jobs related to a Social Work degree, compared to 1,154,620 nationwide.
Wages for Social Work Jobs in New Jersey
Social Work grads earn an average of $85,024 in the state and $70,844 nationwide.
Most Popular Social Work Programs in NJ
Our data covers 2 colleges in New Jersey offering Social Work degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $52,303 after earning their degree at this institution. About 65% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 93%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,619 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 73% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Social Work Careers in NJ
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 |
Related Majors in New Jersey
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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