Social Work at University of Illinois Springfield
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, you may want to check out the program at University of Illinois Springfield. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Illinois Springfield is in Springfield, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 11 social work degrees were granted at University of Illinois Springfield.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Springfield
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Springfield. Of 4,628 students, 2,191 (47%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,660 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at University of Illinois Springfield
Use these rankings to compare University of Illinois Springfield’s Social Work program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #18 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #79 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #88 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #381 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from University of Illinois Springfield
Those who finish University of Illinois Springfield’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 | $31,182 |
| 2 years | $31,466 |
| 3 years | $37,143 |
| 4 years | $43,871 |
| 5 years | $48,393 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Work graduates from University of Illinois Springfield earn a median of $43,871, compared with $73,367 for all University of Illinois Springfield graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from University of Illinois Springfield is $24,810.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Social Work graduates at University of Illinois Springfield, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Social Work graduates at University of Illinois Springfield are 91% women (10) and 9% men (1).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Springfield
Of the 11 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at University of Illinois Springfield, 91% were women (10) and 9% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Springfield.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 45% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Springfield, below the national average of 48%.*
*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 University of Illinois Springfield
The Social Work program at University of Illinois Springfield includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 11 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Students who finish Social Work program at University of Illinois Springfield work across a variety of fields. Below 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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