Social Work
Master's degree · Kean University · Union, NJ
$50,074Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,931Median earnings 4 years after
$61,180Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
56Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Kean University earn a median of $50,074 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 82% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University-Newark Newark | $54,225 | $41,000 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $54,225 | $41,000 |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $54,225 | $41,000 |
| Montclair State University Montclair | $52,755 | $35,842 |
| Seton Hall University South Orange | $51,914 | $60,500 |
| Stockton University Galloway | $51,340 | $20,500 |
| Monmouth University West Long Branch | $51,318 | $41,000 |
| Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah | $49,015 | $40,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Kean University make?
The median salary is $50,074 one year after graduation and $61,180 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.