Long-Term Prospects
Long-Term Prospects
Job Satisfaction
78%General quality of life statement
People get a higher education for lots of reasons. Maybe they want to make a lot of money, or just study what they love. Or maybe they just go to college to party. (Sounds like an expensive party to us.) If you want to get a degree to change lives, then majoring in social work sounds like a good fit.
You won't be making much money with this degree. In fact, you'll make significantly less than most majors, statistically speaking. The median salary for the average college graduate is $16,000 higher than graduates of social work. However, the job satisfaction is through the roof for those who major in social work, which means you'll be happy. For some people, making a difference in others lives and enjoying your own is enough.
In addition to making less than your college peers, the unemployment rate is a little higher than average, too. You might actually need to consult a social worker at some point. Ah, the irony. Just remember when you're hunting for a job, you're doing what you love and you're making a real difference in the world.
25th Percentile Salary
$30,000Median Salary
$39,00075th Percentile Salary
$52,000Stats obtained from this source.