Social Work
Master's degree · Southern Connecticut State University · New Haven, CT
$54,551Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,503Median earnings 4 years after
$70,451Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
94Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Southern Connecticut State University earn a median of $54,551 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 75% 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 |
| Sacred Heart University Fairfield | $53,796 | $41,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Southern Connecticut State University make?
The median salary is $54,551 one year after graduation and $70,451 after five years.
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.