Social Work
Bachelor's degree · Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce · Ponce, PR
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$19,099Median earnings 4 years after
$18,352Median earnings 5 years after
$17,200Median federal debt
35Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Work at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce earn a median of $10,014. 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 $17,200, about 172% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Social Work (Bachelor's degree) at other Puerto Rico schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus San Juan | $17,692 | $23,500 |
| Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Carolina Campus Carolina | $15,258 | $17,750 |
| Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus Gurabo | $13,506 | $10,004 |
| University of Puerto Rico-Humacao Humacao | $6,869 | $5,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Work graduates from Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce make?
The median salary is $10,014 and $18,352 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,200.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.