Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Columbia College · Columbia, SC
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$44,276Median earnings 4 years after
$39,693Median earnings 5 years after
$20,750Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Columbia College earn a median of $35,159. 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 $20,750, about 59% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other South Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Winthrop University Rock Hill | $35,070 | $25,287 |
| Benedict College Columbia | $30,295 | $34,875 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $28,032 | $21,467 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Columbia College make?
The median salary is $35,159 and $39,693 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.