Social Work
Master's degree · Indiana University-Northwest · Gary, IN
$48,899Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,430Median earnings 4 years after
$60,585Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Indiana University-Northwest earn a median of $48,899 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 84% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $53,415 | $41,105 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $53,415 | $41,105 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $51,058 | $36,189 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $49,659 | $39,728 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $49,230 | $31,497 |
| Indiana University-South Bend South Bend | $48,315 | $31,271 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Indiana University-Northwest make?
The median salary is $48,899 one year after graduation and $60,585 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.