by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Western Illinois University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #10 out of 19 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Western Illinois University among the top schools in the country for public & social service, coming in at #399 out of 861 schools nationally.
The table below lists every degree level offered in public & social service at Western Illinois University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 22 |
| Master’s | 7 |
| Graduate Certificate | 5 |
The public & social service field at Western Illinois University breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 22 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy | 12 |
During the most recent reporting year, Western Illinois University conferred 22 bachelor’s degrees in public & social service.
Western Illinois University ranks competitively among schools offering public & social service at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #10 out of 19 schools by College Factual.
Public & Social Service students who finish a bachelor’s at Western Illinois University report a median salary of $43,139 a year. This is below $53,962, the median for all majors at Western Illinois University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Western Illinois University, public & social service graduates take on a median debt of $29,850 in student loans. This is above $27,639, the typical median for all majors at Western Illinois University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,238 | $9,662 |
| Fees | $4,910 | $4,910 |
Read more about Western Illinois University tuition and fees.
Among recent graduates, 14% of public & social service bachelor’s degrees went to men and 86% went to women.
The largest share of public & social service bachelor’s degree graduates at Western Illinois University are White. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Illinois University with a bachelor’s in public & social service.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 8 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Graduate study is also available at Western Illinois University. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Public & Social Service | 7 |
| Graduate Certificate Degrees in Public & Social Service | 5 |
