Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Indiana University-South Bend · South Bend, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Indiana University-South Bend earn a median of $37,812 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 $18,000, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $41,657 | $16,450 |
| University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $40,532 | — |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $39,695 | $14,000 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $39,094 | $21,500 |
| Indiana University-Northwest Gary | $38,652 | $25,000 |
| Purdue University Global West Lafayette | $38,324 | $38,020 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $36,722 | $29,688 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $36,722 | $29,688 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $36,399 | $26,393 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $36,294 | $23,781 |
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $36,126 | $18,258 |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $32,748 | $13,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Indiana University-South Bend make?
The median salary is $37,812 one year after graduation and $50,547 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.