Social Work at Bluffton University
Bachelor's Degree
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 Ohio
Social Work bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffton University | — | $42,601 | — | — |
| Capital University | $44,344 | $44,174 | $43,038 | 0.97 |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | $40,959 | $45,206 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus | $39,926 | $44,078 | $28,250 | 0.71 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $39,292 | $41,234 | $29,125 | 0.74 |
| University of Toledo | $39,254 | $42,056 | $31,000 | 0.79 |
| National Median | $37,296 | — | $26,362 | 0.71 |
Other Social Work Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital University Columbus | $41,788 | $44,344 | $43,038 |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $14,081 | $40,959 | $27,000 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton | $11,188 | $39,926 | $28,250 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $39,292 | $29,125 |
| University of Toledo Toledo | $12,377 | $39,254 | $31,000 |
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 Bluffton University, approximately 37% 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.