Social Work at Regis College

In Massachusetts, social work bachelor's programs show a tight range of outcomes, with similar programs suggesting first-year earnings around $40,000 and debt near $27,000. This puts Regis College's estimated profile right at the state median—comparable to what graduates from College of Our Lady of the Elms earn, though notably less than the $45,000+ that UMass-Boston and Salem State graduates report. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.67 is manageable but not impressive, meaning graduates would face roughly eight months of gross income in loan obligations.

The challenge here is that social work is a helping profession with inherently modest starting salaries nationwide. The $40,000 estimate actually outpaces the national median of $37,000, reflecting Massachusetts' higher cost of living and social services funding. Still, at $27,000 in debt, Regis students would be borrowing enough to feel constrained in their early career years—especially in a field where many positions require or strongly encourage a master's degree for advancement. The 28% Pell percentage suggests this program serves some economically vulnerable students who may struggle even with manageable debt levels.

Given the absence of school-specific data and the availability of state university options with reported earnings above $41,000, families should carefully compare actual costs. If Regis's net price is competitive with public alternatives, the estimated outcomes suggest a reasonable path into the field. If it's substantially higher, the investment becomes harder to justify when peer programs show clearer results.