Social Work at Case Western Reserve University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Case Western Reserve University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Case Western Reserve University graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 52th 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 Ohio
Social Work masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case Western Reserve University | $51,720 | $53,808 | — | — |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | $52,244 | — | — | — |
| Miami University-Oxford | $51,328 | $49,759 | — | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $50,524 | $51,649 | — | — |
| Youngstown State University | $50,407 | $49,897 | — | — |
| Wright State University-Main Campus | $50,016 | $53,445 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,351 | — | — | — |
Other Social Work Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $14,081 | $52,244 | — |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $51,328 | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $50,524 | — |
| Youngstown State University Youngstown | $10,791 | $50,407 | — |
| Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton | $11,188 | $50,016 | — |
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 Case Western Reserve University, approximately 17% 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.