Social Work
Master's degree · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill earn a median of $49,662 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 $42,252, about 85% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| East Carolina University Greenville | $51,150 | $29,026 |
| Johnson C Smith University Charlotte | $48,343 | $41,000 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $48,198 | $30,246 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $47,557 | $25,603 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $47,504 | $19,513 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $47,280 | $25,807 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $47,275 | $25,053 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $46,981 | $29,440 |
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $46,563 | $27,260 |
| North Carolina Central University Durham | $46,470 | $44,062 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $43,986 | $30,825 |
| Fayetteville State University Fayetteville | $43,107 | $32,182 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill make?
The median salary is $49,662 one year after graduation and $59,920 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $42,252.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.