Social Work at Davenport 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 Michigan
Social Work bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport University | — | $56,867 | — | — |
| University of Michigan-Flint | $40,371 | $46,279 | $38,000 | 0.94 |
| Wayne State University | $39,774 | $41,817 | $28,012 | 0.70 |
| Spring Arbor University | $39,071 | $44,456 | $29,893 | 0.77 |
| Ferris State University | $38,870 | $43,864 | $27,500 | 0.71 |
| Eastern Michigan University | $38,517 | $43,619 | $31,111 | 0.81 |
| National Median | $37,296 | — | $26,362 | 0.71 |
Other Social Work Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $14,014 | $40,371 | $38,000 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $14,297 | $39,774 | $28,012 |
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $32,580 | $39,071 | $29,893 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $13,630 | $38,870 | $27,500 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $15,510 | $38,517 | $31,111 |
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 Davenport University, approximately 30% 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.