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#1 Best College for Social Work in the U.S.

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN

Annually, East Tennessee State University grants about 319 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$48,922

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About Social Work

Social Work programs prepare individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning; social counseling and intervention strategies; administrative procedures and regulations; and specific applications in areas such as child welfare and family services, probation, employment services, and disability counseling.

While Social Work has degrees up to the Doctors degree professional practice, the majority of students earn a Bachelors degree. Students major in Social Work all over the country, though the major at the Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years level sees the most graduates in Tennessee. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Social Work is $33,800.

How popular is an Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years in Social Work in TN

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6 degrees awarded
Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years in Social Work makes up 50.00% of all Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years awarded in Tennessee

Careers

The highest paying careers for Social Work majors include Social and Community Service Managers, Healthcare Social Workers and Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists. However, something else to consider is how much demand there is for specific careers. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Social Work can prepare you for are Healthcare Social Workers, Child, Family, and School Social Workers and Social and Community Service Managers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Social Work majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
6
Female Students
6 (100%)
Male Students
(0%)

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