Below are the key facts about this program at Washburn University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s, Associate’s levels, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #4 out of 6 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Washburn University as a strong choice for public & social service, coming in at #581 out of 861 schools nationally.
The table below lists every degree level available for public & social service at Washburn University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 43 |
| Associate’s | 3 |
| Master’s | 37 |
This public & social service field at Washburn University breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 60 |
| PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS | 18 |
| Public Administration | 5 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Washburn University conferred 43 bachelor’s degrees in public & social service.
Washburn University ranks competitively among schools offering public & social service at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #4 out of 6 schools by College Factual.
Public & Social Service majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Washburn University earn a median of $47,688 a year. This is below $60,805, the median for all majors at Washburn University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Washburn University, public & social service students borrow a median amount of $24,623 in student loans. This is above $23,712, the typical median for all majors at Washburn University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,652 | $20,832 |
| Fees | $117 | $117 |
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Among recent graduates, 19% of public & social service bachelor’s degrees went to men and 81% went to women.
The largest share of public & social service bachelor’s degree graduates at Washburn University are White. About 67% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washburn University with a bachelor’s in public & social service.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 29 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 4 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Washburn University awarded 3 associate’s degrees in public & social service.
Washburn University has not been ranked for public & social service at the associate’s level.
Every one of the 3 students who graduated with a associate’s degree in public & social service from Washburn University were women.
The majority of public & social service associate’s degree graduates at Washburn University are Black or African American. Roughly 67% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washburn University with a associate’s in public & social service.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Washburn University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Public & Social Service | 37 |