Social Work at San Jose State University
If you plan to study Social Work, you may want to check out the program at San Jose State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
San Jose State University is located in San Jose, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 243 social work graduations were recorded at San Jose State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at San Jose State University
Distance learning is available at San Jose State University. Of 37,661 students, 6,027 (16%) studied exclusively online and 17,894 (48%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at San Jose State University
Rankings can help you compare San Jose State University’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #7 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 570 |
| Best Value | California | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #27 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 567 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #7 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 570 |
| Best Value | California | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #27 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from San Jose State University
Graduates of San Jose State 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 | $63,119 |
| 2 years | $65,038 |
| 3 years | $73,498 |
| 4 years | $83,973 |
| 5 years | $90,553 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Work graduates from San Jose State University earn a median of $83,973, compared with $83,861 for all San Jose State University graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Social Work graduates at San Jose State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Social Work graduates at San Jose State University are 85% women (207) and 15% men (36).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at San Jose State University
Among the 52 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at San Jose State University, 85% were women (44) and 15% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at San Jose State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 30 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 77% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at San Jose State University, above the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at San Jose State University
Among the 191 master’s social work graduates at San Jose State University, 85% were women (163) and 15% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at San Jose State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 101 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Asian | 27 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 79% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at San Jose State 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 San Jose State University
This Social Work program at San Jose State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 243 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Those who complete Social Work program at San Jose State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Social Work graduates, 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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