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Social Work in Michigan

Social Work Schools in Michigan

Jobs for Social Work Grads in Michigan

37,990 people in the state and 1,154,620 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Social Work.

Social Work Jobs Nationwide vs. MI

Wages for Social Work Jobs in Michigan

A typical salary for a Social Work grad in the state is $66,830, compared to a typical salary of $70,844 nationwide.

Social Work Wages Nationwide vs. MI

Our data covers 8 colleges in Michigan offering Social Work degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $64,597 a year. With an admission rate of 18%, getting in takes some planning. 98% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,183 in their first year after graduation. About 82% of those who apply are admitted. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $43,193 a year. The school admits about 95% of applicants. 77% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $43,457 a year. About 81% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 68%.

#5

Spring Arbor University

Spring Arbor

Graduates earn a median salary of $41,735 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 37%, getting in takes some planning. 74% of full-time students return after their first year.

#6

Oakland University

Rochester Hills

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $50,659 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 70%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 75%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $49,361 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 81% of applicants. 73% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $43,679 in their first year after graduation. Undergrads from Michigan pay around $3,020 a year in tuition.

Social Work Careers in MI

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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