Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Saint Louis University · Saint Louis, MO
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,306Median earnings 4 years after
$53,171Median earnings 5 years after
$22,875Median federal debt
29Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Saint Louis University earn a median of $56,306. 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 $22,875, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $39,295 | $23,854 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $38,236 | $20,073 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $35,862 | $24,125 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $35,544 | $22,974 |
| Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph | $33,532 | $27,000 |
| Lincoln University Jefferson City | $32,951 | $31,000 |
| College of the Ozarks Point Lookout | $32,701 | — |
| Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau | $32,224 | $24,310 |
| Missouri Southern State University Joplin | $27,936 | $21,234 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Saint Louis University make?
The median salary is $56,306 and $53,171 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,875.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.