Social Work

Master's degree · Washington University in St Louis · St. Louis, MO

CIP 44.07

$50,855Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$63,805Median earnings 4 years after
$67,062Median earnings 5 years after
$57,052Median federal debt
204Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Washington University in St Louis earn a median of $50,855 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 $57,052, about 112% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Social Work (Master's degree) at other Missouri schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City
$50,723$39,438
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$50,632$32,228
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 Washington University in St Louis make?

The median salary is $50,855 one year after graduation and $67,062 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $57,052.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.