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Social Work Schools in Kansas

630 Social Work students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Social Work is the 12th most popular major in the state out of a total 275 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Social Work Majors in Kansas

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 331
Bachelor’s Degree 273
Associate Degree 13
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 7
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 7
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 7
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 6

Gender Distribution

In Kansas, 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 Kansas is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.4%
  • Black or African American: 7.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.8%
  • White: 66.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.8%
  • Other Races: 10.5%
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Jobs for Social Work Grads in Kansas

In this state, there are 7,080 people employed in jobs related to a social work degree, compared to 987,750 nationwide.

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Wages for Social Work Jobs in Kansas

Social Work grads earn an average of $43,010 in the state and $58,470 nationwide.

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

224 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
26,744 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.30%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,973 a year. This public school has an average net price of $20,257.

127 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
14,999 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,859. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
5,880 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $37,731 after earning their degree at this institution. This public school has an average net price of $14,339.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
15,033 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 51% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years.

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
20,854 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years. In their early career, K -State grads earn an average salary of $43,557. 90% of the teachers are full time.

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Newman University

Wichita
40 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
2,053 Total Students

The 3.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. 98% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
6,398 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $39,179 a year. The student loan default rate is 6.40% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
484 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $22,456. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,732 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
731 Total Students

94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 26 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $28,432 a year.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,094 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 86% get financial aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $10,003. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

Social Work Careers in KS

Some of the careers social work majors go into include:

Job Title KS Job Growth KS Median Salary
Social and Community Service Managers 15% $58,330
Child, Family, and School Social Workers 14% $41,360
Substance Abuse Social Workers 9% $37,910
Healthcare Social Workers 8% $54,420
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists 0% $41,560
Social Workers -5% $46,900

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

Major Annual Graduates in KS
Public Administration 147
Human Services 18
Community Organization & Advocacy 2
Public Policy 1

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