Social Work
Associate's degree · Brookdale Community College · Lincroft, NJ
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$57,548Median earnings 4 years after
$45,935Median earnings 5 years after
$12,000Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Social Work at Brookdale Community College earn a median of $57,548. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $39,409 four years after graduating (middle half: $25,788–$51,126). Median debt is $12,000, about 21% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Associate's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus Sewell | $37,250 | $20,000 |
| Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus Vineland | $37,250 | $20,000 |
| Camden County College Blackwood | $24,616 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Brookdale Community College make?
The median salary is $57,548 and $45,935 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.