by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how WSSU compares to other colleges that offer social work.
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WSSU holds a strong position among schools offering social work. More specifically it was ranked #348 out of 437 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #12 in North Carolina.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Winston-Salem State University conferred 33 bachelor’s degrees in social work.
Social Work graduates with a bachelor’s degree from WSSU report a median salary of $45,182 a year. This is lower than $51,539, the median for all majors at WSSU.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at WSSU, social work students borrow a median amount of $28,537 in student loans. This is higher than $27,653, the typical median for all majors at WSSU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,401 | $14,057 |
| Fees | $2,725 | $2,725 |
Find out more about WSSU tuition and fees.
Among recent graduates, 9% of social work bachelor’s degrees went to men and 91% went to women.
The majority of social work bachelor’s degree graduates at WSSU are Black or African American. About 94% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Winston-Salem State University with a bachelor’s in social work.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 31 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the social work majors at Winston-Salem State University.