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Human Services Schools in Minnesota

In 2020-2021, 742 students earned their Human Services degrees in MN.

In terms of popularity, Human Services is the 28th most popular major in the state out of a total 289 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Human Services Majors in Minnesota

Human Services majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 324
Bachelor’s Degree 160
Associate Degree 137
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 79
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 79
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 79
Post-Master’s Certificate 17
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 17
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 13
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 13
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 13
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 12
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 12

Gender Distribution

In Minnesota, a human services major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of human services majors in Minnesota is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.7%
  • Black or African American: 43.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.0%
  • White: 33.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.9%
  • Other Races: 10.8%
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Jobs for Human Services Grads in Minnesota

There are 21,050 people in the state and 640,340 people in the nation working in human services jobs.

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Wages for Human Services Jobs in Minnesota

A typical salary for a human services grad in the state is $50,560, compared to a typical salary of $46,050 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Minnesota that offer human services degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Walden University

Minneapolis
391 Degrees in Major Awarded
49,695 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.00 years. 8% of the teachers are full time.

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
7,552 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.77 years to graduate. A typical student attending Metro State will pay a net price of $16,044. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $49,771 after earning their degree at this institution.

#3

Capella University

Minneapolis
53 Degrees in Major Awarded
38,930 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.20%. 100% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 32 to 1.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
3,927 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 31% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.00 years to complete their degree at Rasmussen University - Minnesota. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,075.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,429 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 24 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,841 a year. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,908.

21 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
5,585 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $15,880. The student loan default rate of 3.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 100% of students get financical aid.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,756 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 89% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,009 after earning their degree at this institution.

#8

Century College

White Bear Lake
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,203 Total Students

46% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,920 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 7.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
52,017 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,878. The average student takes 4.20 years to complete their degree at UMN Twin Cities. The 1.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
1,339 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $10,529. The student loan default rate of 3.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Human Services Careers in MN

Some of the careers human services majors go into include:

Job Title MN Job Growth MN Median Salary
Social and Community Service Managers 10% $72,170
Community and Social Service Specialists 10% $47,670
Social and Human Service Assistants 8% $34,870

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to human services.

Major Annual Graduates in MN
Social Work 2,131
Public Administration 504
Community Organization & Advocacy 122
Public Policy 97
Other Public Administration 5

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