Social Work
Bachelor's degree · The University of Tennessee-Martin · Martin, TN
$34,240Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$42,811Median earnings 4 years after
$45,566Median earnings 5 years after
$23,804Median federal debt
24Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at The University of Tennessee-Martin earn a median of $34,240 one year after completing the program. 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 $23,804, about 70% of first-year earnings.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Union University Jackson | $38,056 | $26,647 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $37,730 | $22,750 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $36,220 | $31,250 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $35,574 | $19,750 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $34,384 | $25,000 |
| King University Bristol | $34,380 | $24,250 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $32,514 | $20,000 |
| Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville | $30,204 | $21,000 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $29,449 | $26,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $27,923 | $17,500 |
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$26,803
Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from The University of Tennessee-Martin make?
The median salary is $34,240 one year after graduation and $45,566 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,804.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.