Social Work at University of Massachusetts-Boston
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, you may want to check out the program at University of Massachusetts-Boston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Boston sits in Boston, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 20 social work graduations were recorded at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Distance learning is available at University of Massachusetts-Boston. Of 15,575 students, 1,700 (11%) studied exclusively online and 3,357 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Boston’s Social Work program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #4 of 16 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #11 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #13 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #29 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #305 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #360 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston
Students who complete University of Massachusetts-Boston’s Social Work program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,911 |
| 2 years | $36,992 |
| 3 years | $37,676 |
| 4 years | $47,217 |
| 5 years | $53,689 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Work graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston report median earnings of $47,217, compared with $65,575 for all University of Massachusetts-Boston graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston stands at $27,947.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Social Work graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Social Work graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston are 95% women (19) and 5% men (1).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Of the 20 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Boston, 95% were women (19) and 5% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 75% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston, higher than 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 Massachusetts-Boston
The Social Work program at University of Massachusetts-Boston offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 20 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Students who finish Social Work program at University of Massachusetts-Boston go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.