Social Work
Master's degree · Sacred Heart University · Fairfield, CT
$53,796Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,036Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
133Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Sacred Heart University earn a median of $53,796 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 $41,000, about 76% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Quinnipiac University Hamden | $58,000 | $54,800 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $55,081 | $40,818 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $55,081 | $40,818 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $55,081 | $40,818 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $55,081 | $40,818 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $55,081 | $40,818 |
| University of Saint Joseph West Hartford | $54,801 | $41,000 |
| Southern Connecticut State University New Haven | $54,551 | $41,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Sacred Heart University make?
The median salary is $53,796 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.