Social Work at Western Carolina University
If you plan to study Social Work, consider the program at Western Carolina University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 116 social work degrees were granted at Western Carolina University.
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Online Class Availability at Western Carolina University
Many students take online classes at Western Carolina University. Among 11,686 students, 2,836 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,047 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Social Work Rankings at Western Carolina University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Carolina University’s Social Work program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #8 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 132 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 132 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #171 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #336 of 570 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #8 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 132 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 132 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #171 of 567 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #336 of 570 |
Earnings for Social Work Graduates from Western Carolina University
Students who complete Western Carolina University’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 | $35,993 |
| 2 years | $38,014 |
| 3 years | $42,107 |
| 4 years | $46,006 |
| 5 years | $50,241 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Work graduates from Western Carolina University report median earnings of $46,006, compared with $52,554 for all Western Carolina University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Work graduates from Western Carolina University is $25,857.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Social Work graduates at Western Carolina University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Social Work graduates at Western Carolina University are 84% women (98) and 16% men (18).
Social Work Bachelor’s Program at Western Carolina University
Of the 51 bachelor’s social work graduates at Western Carolina University, 90% were women (46) and 10% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 22% of Social Work bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University, below the national average of 48%.*
Social Work Master’s Program at Western Carolina University
Among the 65 master’s social work graduates at Western Carolina University, 80% were women (52) and 20% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 59 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Social Work master’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University, below 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 Western Carolina University
The Social Work program at Western Carolina University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 116 |
Top-Paying Careers for Social Work Graduates
Those who complete Social Work program at Western Carolina University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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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