Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Monmouth University · West Long Branch, NJ
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,147Median earnings 4 years after
$59,332Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
36Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Monmouth University earn a median of $59,147. 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 $27,000, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Seton Hall University South Orange | $47,734 | $23,783 |
| Rutgers University-Newark Newark | $39,936 | $22,692 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $39,936 | $22,692 |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $39,936 | $22,692 |
| Georgian Court University Lakewood | $38,530 | $19,000 |
| Stockton University Galloway | $37,749 | $25,000 |
| Montclair State University Montclair | $33,095 | $22,375 |
| Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah | $31,210 | $20,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Monmouth University make?
The median salary is $59,147 and $59,332 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.