Social Work
Master's degree · University of Minnesota-Twin Cities · Minneapolis, MN
$56,823Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$68,679Median earnings 4 years after
$71,686Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
104Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities earn a median of $56,823 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 72% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $59,377 | $39,933 |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $57,667 | $41,000 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $57,499 | $27,558 |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $55,463 | $23,636 |
| Walden University Minneapolis | $53,563 | $72,715 |
| The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth | $51,351 | $40,097 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth | $45,354 | $37,319 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities make?
The median salary is $56,823 one year after graduation and $71,686 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.