Social Work at Eastern Washington University
If you are interested in studying Social Work, consider the program at Eastern Washington University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Eastern Washington University is in Cheney, WA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 166 social work graduations were recorded at Eastern Washington University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Washington University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Washington University. Of 10,492 students, 3,572 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,080 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Eastern Washington University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Washington University’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Washington | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #23 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #123 of 567 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Washington | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #23 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #123 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Eastern Washington University
Those who finish Eastern Washington University’s Social Work program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,513 |
| 2 years | $44,188 |
| 3 years | $48,951 |
| 4 years | $55,911 |
| 5 years | $61,748 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Work graduates from Eastern Washington University take home a median $55,911, compared with $55,679 for all Eastern Washington University graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Work graduates from Eastern Washington University is $17,109.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Social Work graduates at Eastern Washington University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Social Work graduates at Eastern Washington University are 87% women (144) and 13% men (22).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Washington University
Among the 43 bachelor’s social work graduates at Eastern Washington University, 81% were women (35) and 19% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 56% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Washington University, above the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Eastern Washington University
Among the 123 master’s social work degrees awarded at Eastern Washington University, 89% were women (109) and 11% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Eastern Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 26 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
Minority students account for 38% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Eastern Washington University, lower than the national average of 42%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Social Work Concentrations at Eastern Washington University
The Social Work program at Eastern Washington University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 166 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Students who finish Social Work program at Eastern Washington University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Social Work majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Social and Community Service Managers | $156,089 |
| Counselors, All Other | $81,766 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $78,044 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $74,325 |
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,510 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $62,827 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $58,560 |
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $41,658 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $40,804 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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