Social Work at California State University-Chico
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Chico graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Chico graduates earn $63k, placing them in the 95th 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 California
Social Work masters's programs at peer institutions in California (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Chico | $62,661 | $65,727 | — | — |
| San Francisco State University | $93,023 | $76,789 | — | — |
| California State University-East Bay | $81,059 | $78,282 | — | — |
| California State University-Monterey Bay | $71,186 | $72,624 | — | — |
| California State University-Stanislaus | $67,567 | $72,268 | — | — |
| California State University-San Bernardino | $67,479 | $68,797 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,351 | — | — | — |
Other Social Work Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $93,023 | — |
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $7,055 | $81,059 | — |
| California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside | $7,437 | $71,186 | — |
| California State University-Stanislaus Turlock | $7,826 | $67,567 | — |
| California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino | $7,675 | $67,479 | — |
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 California State University-Chico, approximately 40% 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.