Social Work at Rust College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi
Social Work bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rust College | $28,752* | — | $27,000* | — |
| University of Mississippi | $31,190* | $34,642 | $21,986* | 0.70 |
| Mississippi State University | $29,242* | $39,603 | $26,297* | 0.90 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | $28,262* | $39,608 | $30,700* | 1.09 |
| Jackson State University | $26,873* | $34,078 | $36,403* | 1.35 |
| National Median | $37,296* | — | $26,362* | 0.71 |
Other Social Work Programs in Mississippi
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Mississippi schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi University | $9,412 | $31,190 | $21,986 |
| Mississippi State University Mississippi State | $9,815 | $29,242 | $26,297 |
| University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg | $9,618 | $28,262 | $30,700 |
| Jackson State University Jackson | $9,090 | $26,873 | $36,403 |
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 Rust College, approximately 69% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in MS. Actual outcomes may vary.