Social Work at University of Nevada-Reno
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Work, you may want to check out the program at University of Nevada-Reno. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nevada-Reno is located in Reno, NV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 293 social work degrees were awarded at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Studying Online at University of Nevada-Reno
Distance learning is available at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
Use these rankings to compare University of Nevada-Reno’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #22 of 52 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #36 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #53 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #222 of 567 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #22 of 52 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #36 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #53 of 570 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #222 of 567 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from University of Nevada-Reno
Those who finish University of Nevada-Reno’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 | $49,046 |
| 2 years | $49,446 |
| 3 years | $55,731 |
| 4 years | $64,969 |
| 5 years | $66,470 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Work graduates from University of Nevada-Reno earn a median of $64,969, compared with $62,381 for all University of Nevada-Reno graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Work graduates from University of Nevada-Reno comes in at $17,905.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Social Work graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Social Work graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 88% women (257) and 12% men (36).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Of the 105 bachelor’s social work degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 86% were women (90) and 14% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 45 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 60% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, above the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 188 master’s social work degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 89% were women (167) and 11% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 87 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 61 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 16 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 52% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, higher 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 University of Nevada-Reno
This Social Work program at University of Nevada-Reno offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 293 |
Best-Paid Careers for Social Work Graduates
Students who finish Social Work program at University of Nevada-Reno 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
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