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Social Work in North Carolina

Social Work Schools in North Carolina

Jobs for Social Work Grads in North Carolina

There are 33,210 people in the state and 1,154,620 people in the nation working in Social Work jobs.

Social Work Jobs Nationwide vs. NC

Wages for Social Work Jobs in North Carolina

In this state, Social Work grads earn an average of $63,785. Nationwide, they make an average of $70,844.

Social Work Wages Nationwide vs. NC

Our data covers 10 colleges in North Carolina offering Social Work degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $44,953 a year. About 80% of those who apply are admitted. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $37,893 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 89% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $50,866 a year. With an admission rate of 40%, getting in takes some planning. 93% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $44,355 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 74% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $51,058 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 19%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $44,602 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 90% of applicants. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $40,015 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 87% of applicants. 76% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,785 a year. The school admits about 90% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 76%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $35,639 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 92% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 71%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $35,242 a year. With an admission rate of 90%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 75%.

Social Work Careers in NC

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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