Social Work at Johnson C Smith University
If you are interested in studying Social Work, consider the program at Johnson C Smith University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Johnson C Smith University is located in Charlotte, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 35 social work degrees were awarded at Johnson C Smith University.
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Online Class Availability at Johnson C Smith University
Many students take online classes at Johnson C Smith University. Among 1,302 students, 113 (9%) studied exclusively online and 621 (48%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Johnson C Smith University
These rankings give you a sense of how Johnson C Smith University’s Social Work program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #16 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #19 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #105 of 132 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #122 of 132 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #438 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #557 of 570 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #16 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #19 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #105 of 132 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #122 of 132 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #438 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #557 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Johnson C Smith University
Graduates of Johnson C Smith University’s Social Work program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,805 |
| 2 years | $38,425 |
| 3 years | $40,356 |
| 4 years | $44,301 |
| 5 years | $50,091 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Work graduates from Johnson C Smith University take home a median $44,301, compared with $38,804 for all Johnson C Smith University graduates — about 14% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Work graduates from Johnson C Smith University comes in at $41,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Social Work graduates at Johnson C Smith University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Social Work graduates at Johnson C Smith University are 83% women (29) and 17% men (6).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Johnson C Smith University
Among the 14 bachelor’s social work graduates at Johnson C Smith University, 71% were women (10) and 29% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Johnson C Smith University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 64% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Johnson C Smith University, higher than the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Johnson C Smith University
Among the 21 master’s social work graduates at Johnson C Smith University, 90% were women (19) and 10% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Johnson C Smith University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 21 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 100% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Johnson C Smith University, above 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 Johnson C Smith University
This Social Work program at Johnson C Smith University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 35 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Students who finish Social Work program at Johnson C Smith University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.