by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how WIU ranks among other schools offering degrees in social work.
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The bachelor's program at WIU was ranked #264 on College Factual's Best Schools for social work list. It is also ranked #12 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Illinois University handed out 45 bachelor's degrees in social work. This is an increase of 15% over the previous year when 39 degrees were handed out.
Social Work majors who earn their bachelor's degree from WIU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $32,654 a year. This is higher than $31,866, which is the national median for all social work bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at WIU, social work students borrow a median amount of $29,850 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $27,000 for all social work majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the social work majors at Western Illinois University.
The social work program at WIU awarded 45 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 4% of these degrees went to men with the other 96% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Illinois University with a bachelor's in social work.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 16 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 5 |
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