Community Organization and Advocacy

Bachelor's degree · Northwestern University · Evanston, IL

CIP 44.02

$61,009Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$84,712Median earnings 4 years after

$87,763Median earnings 5 years after

$13,500Median federal debt

80Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Community Organization and Advocacy at Northwestern University earn a median of $61,009 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,936 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,324–$67,543). Median debt is $13,500, about 22% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Community Organization and Advocacy graduates from Northwestern University make?

The median salary is $61,009 one year after graduation and $87,763 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,500.

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