Social Work at Ohio University-Main Campus
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Ohio University-Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
Ohio University-Main Campus graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 34th 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio University-Main Campus | $49,246 | $53,668 | — | — |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | $52,244 | — | — | — |
| Case Western Reserve University | $51,720 | $53,808 | — | — |
| Miami University-Oxford | $51,328 | $49,759 | — | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $50,524 | $51,649 | — | — |
| Youngstown State University | $50,407 | $49,897 | — | — |
| 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 | — |
| Case Western Reserve University Cleveland | $64,671 | $51,720 | — |
| 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 | — |
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 Ohio University-Main Campus, approximately 20% 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.