Social Work at Adelphi University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Adelphi University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Adelphi University graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 77th percentile of all social work masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Social Work masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelphi University | $55,681 | $61,443 | — | — |
| CUNY Lehman College | $63,051 | $66,391 | — | — |
| CUNY Hunter College | $60,587 | $64,969 | — | — |
| CUNY York College | $60,020 | — | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $59,891 | $65,618 | — | — |
| College of Staten Island CUNY | $59,322 | $66,701 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,351 | — | — | — |
Other Social Work Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Lehman College Bronx | $7,410 | $63,051 | — |
| CUNY Hunter College New York | $7,382 | $60,587 | — |
| CUNY York College Jamaica | $7,358 | $60,020 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $59,891 | — |
| College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island | $7,490 | $59,322 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Adelphi University, approximately 29% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.