Here, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how WUSTL ranks among other schools offering degrees in social work.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for social work majors, WUSTL came in at #7. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study.
In 2021, 262 students received their master’s degree in social work from WUSTL. This makes it the #23 most popular school for social work master’s degree candidates in the country.
Social Work majors graduating with a master's degree from WUSTL make a median salary of $42,327 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $44,064.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the social work majors at Washington University in St Louis.
Of the 262 students who graduated with a Master’s in social work from WUSTL in 2021, 16% were men and 84% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at WUSTL are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 57% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a master's in social work.
Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
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Asian | 16 |
Black or African American | 25 |
Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
White | 150 |
Non-Resident Aliens | 49 |
Other Races | 10 |
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