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Social Work in Massachusetts

Social Work Schools in Massachusetts

Jobs for Social Work Grads in Massachusetts

There are 35,760 people in the state and 1,154,620 people in the nation working in Social Work jobs.

Social Work Jobs Nationwide vs. MA

Wages for Social Work Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, Social Work grads earn an average of $76,339. Nationwide, they make an average of $70,844.

Social Work Wages Nationwide vs. MA

There are 7 colleges in Massachusetts that offer Social Work degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $56,491 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 66% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 82%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $55,834 a year. With an admission rate of 11%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $42,562 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 89%, getting in takes some planning. 77% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $46,092 after earning their degree at this institution. About 96% of those who apply are admitted. 74% of full-time students return after their first year.

#5

Smith College

Northampton

Graduates earn a median salary of $32,340 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 20%, getting in takes some planning. 93% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $40,719 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 81%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 71%.

#7

Springfield College

Springfield

Graduates earn a median salary of $38,460 in their first year after graduation. About 70% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

Social Work Careers in MA

Some of the careers Social Work majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary $65,510
Child, Family, and School Social Workers $41,658
Healthcare Social Workers $78,044
Social and Community Service Managers $156,089
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $58,560
Social Workers, All Other $62,827
Marriage and Family Therapists $74,325
Counselors, All Other $81,766
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $40,804

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Social Work.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Public Administration 13,993
Human Services 11,674
Public Policy 6,183
Community Organization & Advocacy 2,651
Other Public Administration 518

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