Social Work
Master's degree · University of Louisville · Louisville, KY
$46,494Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,074Median earnings 4 years after
$55,120Median earnings 5 years after
$35,024Median federal debt
188Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at University of Louisville earn a median of $46,494 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 $35,024, about 75% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $49,483 | $41,000 |
| Spalding University Louisville | $48,073 | $31,688 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $47,684 | $32,038 |
| Brescia University Owensboro | $46,895 | $26,796 |
| Campbellsville University Campbellsville | $45,945 | $27,275 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $44,263 | $24,648 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from University of Louisville make?
The median salary is $46,494 one year after graduation and $55,120 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $35,024.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.