Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Indiana University-Northwest · Gary, IN
$38,652Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$51,575Median earnings 4 years after
$45,619Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
28Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Indiana University-Northwest earn a median of $38,652 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 $25,000, about 65% of first-year earnings.
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 |
| Purdue University Global West Lafayette | $38,324 | $38,020 |
| Indiana University-South Bend South Bend | $37,812 | $18,000 |
| 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-Northwest make?
The median salary is $38,652 one year after graduation and $45,619 after five years.
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.