Social Work
Master's degree · University of Missouri-Columbia · Columbia, MO
$50,632Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$64,779Median earnings 4 years after
$58,693Median earnings 5 years after
$32,228Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at University of Missouri-Columbia earn a median of $50,632 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 $32,228, about 64% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis St. Louis | $50,855 | $57,052 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City | $50,723 | $39,438 |
| Park University Parkville | $49,077 | $26,794 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $48,620 | $35,579 |
| Saint Louis University Saint Louis | $48,270 | $53,322 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $47,154 | $25,296 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia make?
The median salary is $50,632 one year after graduation and $58,693 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $32,228.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.