Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Ferrum College · Ferrum, VA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$39,139Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
3Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Ferrum College earn a median of $39,139. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,790 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,212–$64,160).
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Longwood University Farmville | $41,160 | $25,000 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $38,828 | $27,000 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $38,559 | $19,250 |
| Radford University Radford | $38,272 | $24,994 |
| Mary Baldwin University Staunton | $37,537 | $31,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $34,088 | $22,000 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $31,687 | $17,990 |
| Virginia State University Petersburg | $28,527 | $28,281 |
Other programs at Ferrum College
- Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$42,080 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$33,795 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$29,100 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's degree
$49,527 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$37,841 - Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$42,229 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$60,070
Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Ferrum College make?
The median salary is $39,139 and $39,139 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.