Social Work at Elizabethtown College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Social Work bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown College | — | $51,614 | — | — |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | $40,836 | $40,913 | $22,000 | 0.54 |
| Temple University | $39,055 | $46,307 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| La Salle University | $37,453 | — | $33,206 | 0.89 |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania | $37,206 | $42,457 | $26,982 | 0.73 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania | $37,135 | $39,647 | $26,624 | 0.72 |
| National Median | $37,296 | — | $26,362 | 0.71 |
Other Social Work Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $21,524 | $40,836 | $22,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $39,055 | $27,000 |
| La Salle University Philadelphia | $35,570 | $37,453 | $33,206 |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg | $13,544 | $37,206 | $26,982 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown | $11,230 | $37,135 | $26,624 |
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 Elizabethtown College, approximately 19% 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.