Median Earnings (1yr)
$48,073
25th percentile (60th in KY)
Sample Size
34
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Spalding University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Spalding University graduates earn $48k, placing them in the 25th percentile of all social work masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky

Social Work masters's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (9 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Spalding University$48,073
University of Kentucky$49,483$45,341
Northern Kentucky University$47,684$49,387
Brescia University$46,895
University of Louisville$46,494$48,093
Campbellsville University$45,945$45,466
National Median$51,351

Other Social Work Programs in Kentucky

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of Kentucky
Lexington
$13,212$49,483
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights
$10,896$47,684
Brescia University
Owensboro
$30,450$46,895
University of Louisville
Louisville
$12,828$46,494
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville
$26,990$45,945

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 Spalding University, approximately 36% 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.