Social Work
Master's degree · Ohio University-Main Campus · Athens, OH
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work at Ohio University-Main Campus earn a median of $49,246 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 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Work (Master's degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $52,244 | $39,253 |
| Case Western Reserve University Cleveland | $51,720 | $95,735 |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $51,328 | $32,232 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $50,524 | $38,169 |
| Youngstown State University Youngstown | $50,407 | $35,338 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton | $50,016 | $35,261 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $49,097 | $38,950 |
| University of Toledo Toledo | $47,874 | $30,500 |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $47,766 | $37,500 |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $46,850 | $37,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Ohio University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $49,246 one year after graduation and $60,890 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.