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Social Work Schools in Iowa

In 2020-2021, 553 students earned their Social Work degrees in IA.

A Social Work major is the 18th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Social Work Majors in Iowa

Social Work majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 314
Master’s Degree 191
Post-Master’s Certificate 34
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 34
Associate Degree 14

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, a social work major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of social work majors in Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 5.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.2%
  • White: 75.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.8%
  • Other Races: 4.9%
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Jobs for Social Work Grads in Iowa

There are 9,610 people in the state and 987,750 people in the nation working in social work jobs.

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Wages for Social Work Jobs in Iowa

In this state, social work grads earn an average of $54,030. Nationwide, they make an average of $58,470.

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There are 10 colleges in Iowa that offer social work degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

University of Iowa

Iowa City
174 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 86% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 2.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

121 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
9,507 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.39 years. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

72 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
3,003 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average. 100% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, St. Ambrose University grads earn an average salary of $46,441.

#4

Clarke University

Dubuque
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
855 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 59%. The average student takes 4.17 years to complete their degree at Clarke. The 1.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
1,076 Total Students

An average student at Briar Cliff will pay a net price of $22,212. The full-time teacher rate is 70%. Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years.

#6

Grand View University

Des Moines
22 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
1,874 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 5.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,643 after earning their degree at this institution.

#7

Mount Mercy University

Cedar Rapids
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
1,705 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.90%. This private school has an average net price of $22,668. Most students complete their degree in 4.22 years.

#8

Luther College

Decorah
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
1,802 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.80%. The full-time teacher rate is 77%. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#9

Loras College

Dubuque
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
1,404 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $21,629. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,088 a year. The student loan default rate of 2.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,704 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,467 after earning their degree at this institution. A typical student attending Iowa Central Community College will pay a net price of $9,695.

Social Work Careers in IA

Some of the careers social work majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Marriage and Family Therapists 28% $49,410
Substance Abuse Social Workers 22% $44,890
Healthcare Social Workers 20% $51,830
Social and Community Service Managers 19% $54,550
Counselors 19% $32,030
Social Workers 18% $66,810
Child, Family, and School Social Workers 15% $39,250
Social Work Professors 7% $68,580
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists 5% $71,630

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to social work.

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Human Services 136
Public Administration 114
Community Organization & Advocacy 28
Public Policy 1

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