Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Metropolitan State University · Saint Paul, MN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Metropolitan State University earn a median of $47,637 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 $17,698, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Bemidji State University Bemidji | $47,192 | $23,000 |
| Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall | $46,368 | — |
| The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth | $45,371 | $18,974 |
| Bethel University Saint Paul | $45,259 | $22,500 |
| St Olaf College Northfield | $45,146 | $27,000 |
| Winona State University Winona | $44,546 | $20,225 |
| St Catherine University Saint Paul | $44,257 | $28,020 |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $43,726 | $24,300 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead | $43,471 | $19,909 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $43,303 | $24,783 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth | $43,198 | $22,973 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $42,915 | $19,871 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Metropolitan State University make?
The median salary is $47,637 one year after graduation and $57,301 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,698.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.