Social Work at CUNY York College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY York College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY York College graduates earn $60k, placing them in the 91th percentile of all social work masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Social Work masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY York College | $60,020 | — | — | — |
| CUNY Lehman College | $63,051 | $66,391 | — | — |
| CUNY Hunter College | $60,587 | $64,969 | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $59,891 | $65,618 | — | — |
| College of Staten Island CUNY | $59,322 | $66,701 | — | — |
| Touro University | $58,117 | $58,842 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,351 | — | — | — |
Other Social Work Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Lehman College Bronx | $7,410 | $63,051 | — |
| CUNY Hunter College New York | $7,382 | $60,587 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $59,891 | — |
| College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island | $7,490 | $59,322 | — |
| Touro University New York | $21,810 | $58,117 | — |
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 CUNY York College, approximately 43% 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.