Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Southeastern University · Lakeland, FL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$52,194Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
37Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Southeastern University earn a median of $52,194. 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 $25,000, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Florida International University Miami | $41,626 | $16,049 |
| Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton | $39,912 | $17,744 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $37,458 | $15,727 |
| University of West Florida Pensacola | $36,573 | $14,192 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers | $36,407 | $17,500 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $35,358 | $18,562 |
| Saint Leo University Saint Leo | $34,463 | $23,831 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $32,604 | $14,500 |
| Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee | $31,401 | $22,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Southeastern University make?
The median salary is $52,194.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.