Social Work
Master's degree · Wayne State University · Detroit, MI
$50,133Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$61,914Median earnings 4 years after
$59,639Median earnings 5 years after
$39,500Median federal debt
182Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Wayne State University earn a median of $50,133 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 $39,500, about 79% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $56,275 | $20,500 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $53,431 | $41,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $52,900 | $45,844 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $51,796 | $24,600 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $51,511 | $32,837 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $51,191 | $53,886 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $50,907 | $46,387 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $50,344 | $41,693 |
| Madonna University Livonia | $49,774 | $25,500 |
| Andrews University Berrien Springs | $45,360 | $61,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Wayne State University make?
The median salary is $50,133 one year after graduation and $59,639 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $39,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.