Analysis
Massachusetts social work programs typically produce first-year earnings around $40,000, which positions Anna Maria's estimated outcomes right at the state median. With $27,000 in debt, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.67—manageable within the field's standards. The national benchmark sits at $37,296, so Massachusetts programs generally outperform, though the state's higher cost of living complicates this advantage.
The challenge here is uncertainty. Anna Maria's graduate sample is too small for the Department of Education to publish actual outcomes, so we're relying on how similar Massachusetts programs perform. Those peer schools show a range: Salem State and UMass-Boston graduates earn around $45,000, while Westfield State sits closer to $38,600. Anna Maria could land anywhere in that spectrum, and without school-specific data, you're taking on more risk than with programs that have proven track records.
For parents, this means weighing Anna Maria's fit—perhaps smaller class sizes or stronger support systems—against the reassurance of choosing a program with documented outcomes. If your child thrives in Anna Maria's environment and social work is the clear path, the estimated debt burden isn't prohibitive. But if you're comparing offers, programs with actual earnings data remove the guesswork about whether graduates successfully launch their careers.
Where Anna Maria College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all social work bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Social Work bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (14 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Anna Maria CollegePaxton | $43,064 | $40,161* | — | $27,000 | — |
 Salem State UniversitySalem | $11,978 | $45,450* | $41,045 | $27,000 | 0.59 |
 University of Massachusetts-BostonBoston | $15,496 | $45,227* | $47,217 | $27,947 | 0.62 |
 Bridgewater State UniversityBridgewater | $11,389 | $41,187* | $45,628 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
 College of Our Lady of the ElmsChicopee | $42,061 | $40,161* | $48,462 | $31,682 | 0.79 |
 Westfield State UniversityWestfield | $11,882 | $38,596* | $48,979 | $27,000 | 0.70 |
| National Median | — | $37,296* | — | $26,362 | 0.71 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with social work graduates
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary
Social and Community Service Managers
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Marriage and Family Therapists
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Healthcare Social Workers
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Social Workers, All Other
Counselors, All Other
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 Anna Maria College, approximately 34% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in MA. Actual outcomes may vary.