Social Work at Columbia College
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 South Carolina
Social Work bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College | $32,018* | $35,384 | $28,674 | — |
| Winthrop University | $35,070* | $39,179 | $27,000 | 0.77 |
| Limestone University | $33,741* | $36,357 | $41,098 | 1.22 |
| Benedict College | $30,295* | — | $39,200 | 1.29 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $28,032* | $40,123 | $24,000 | 0.86 |
| National Median | $37,296* | — | $26,362 | 0.71 |
Other Social Work Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winthrop University Rock Hill | $15,956 | $35,070 | $27,000 |
| Limestone University Gaffney | $27,500 | $33,741 | $41,098 |
| Benedict College Columbia | $18,000 | $30,295 | $39,200 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $12,688 | $28,032 | $24,000 |
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 Columbia College, approximately 53% 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 4 similar programs in SC. Actual outcomes may vary.