Social Work

Master's degree · University of Arkansas · Fayetteville, AR

CIP 44.07

$52,499Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,464Median earnings 4 years after
$58,940Median earnings 5 years after
$26,170Median federal debt
44Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at University of Arkansas earn a median of $52,499 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,123 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,662–$79,737). Median debt is $26,170, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Social Work (Master's degree) at other Arkansas schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock
$52,010$37,500
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro
$51,220—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Social Work graduates from University of Arkansas make?

The median salary is $52,499 one year after graduation and $58,940 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,170.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.