Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Harding University · Searcy, AR
$41,835Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,833Median earnings 4 years after
$43,107Median earnings 5 years after
$29,000Median federal debt
25Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Harding University earn a median of $41,835 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,790 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,212–$64,160). Median debt is $29,000, about 69% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $35,424 | $25,000 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $35,408 | $19,319 |
| Arkansas State University Jonesboro | $33,140 | $29,000 |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith | $32,532 | $18,363 |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff | $28,094 | $27,000 |
| Henderson State University Arkadelphia | $22,458 | $21,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Harding University make?
The median salary is $41,835 one year after graduation and $43,107 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $29,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.