Social Work
Master's degree · Stockton University · Galloway, NJ
$51,340Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$63,291Median earnings 4 years after
$64,898Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
53Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Stockton University earn a median of $51,340 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 $20,500, about 40% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
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 |
| Monmouth University West Long Branch | $51,318 | $41,000 |
| Kean University Union | $50,074 | $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 Stockton University make?
The median salary is $51,340 one year after graduation and $64,898 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.