Social Work
Bachelor's degree · McDaniel College · Westminster, MD
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,607Median earnings 4 years after
$56,787Median earnings 5 years after
$20,110Median federal debt
18Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at McDaniel College earn a median of $47,607. 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 $20,110, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore | $40,316 | $19,223 |
| Morgan State University Baltimore | $39,059 | $31,254 |
| Frostburg State University Frostburg | $37,836 | $19,750 |
| Coppin State University Baltimore | $37,612 | $25,000 |
| Salisbury University Salisbury | $34,917 | $22,250 |
| Bowie State University Bowie | $32,989 | $23,500 |
| Hood College Frederick | $32,805 | $22,125 |
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$65,941 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$62,934 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$59,048 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$57,554 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
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$35,793 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
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— - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$35,119 - Romance Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsBachelor's degree
$50,248 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$60,595 - HistoryBachelor's degree
$38,937
Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from McDaniel College make?
The median salary is $47,607 and $56,787 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,110.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.