Social Work at Oakland University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, you may want to check out the program at Oakland University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Oakland University is in Rochester Hills, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 139 social work graduations were recorded at Oakland University.
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Online Class Availability at Oakland University
Many students take online classes at Oakland University. Of 15,768 students, 1,399 (9%) studied exclusively online and 6,791 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Oakland University
Rankings can help you compare Oakland University’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #5 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 22 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #34 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #193 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #233 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Oakland University
Students who complete Oakland 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 | $31,528 |
| 2 years | $32,142 |
| 3 years | $40,274 |
| 4 years | $46,925 |
| 5 years | $50,800 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Social Work graduates from Oakland University take home a median $46,925, compared with $67,748 for all Oakland University graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from Oakland University is $28,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Social Work graduates at Oakland University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Social Work graduates at Oakland University are 91% women (126) and 9% men (13).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Oakland University
Of the 87 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at Oakland University, 93% were women (81) and 7% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Oakland University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 18 |
| Asian | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 34% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Oakland University, lower than the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Oakland University
Of the 52 master’s social work degrees awarded at Oakland University, 87% were women (45) and 13% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Oakland University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Oakland 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 Oakland University
The Social Work program at Oakland University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 139 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Students who finish Social Work program at Oakland University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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
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