Social Work at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 14th 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 Illinois
Social Work masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | $46,047 | $49,106 | — | — |
| Dominican University | $52,605 | $54,752 | — | — |
| University of Chicago | $52,551 | $61,154 | — | — |
| Governors State University | $52,231 | $51,516 | — | — |
| Loyola University Chicago | $51,834 | $56,126 | — | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $51,727 | $55,341 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,351 | — | — | — |
Other Social Work Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican University River Forest | $37,844 | $52,605 | — |
| University of Chicago Chicago | $66,939 | $52,551 | — |
| Governors State University University Park | $11,320 | $52,231 | — |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $51,834 | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $51,727 | — |
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 Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, approximately 37% 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.