Social Work at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR · Public · Bachelor's Degree
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
33
Optimistic
32
Base Case
47
Pessimistic
Earnings
$28,094/yr (-23% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (24% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (116,900 openings/yr)
ROI
12.8x earnings multiple (6.8x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Social Work graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $461K | $461K | $447K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 12.8x | 12.8x | 12.4x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 6.8x | 6.8x | 6.6x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 70% | 69% | 58% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 33 | 32 | 47 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$36,076
Out-of-state: $68,116 (6.8x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$27,000
11.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$41,063
46% growth from Year 1
About University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's 58% acceptance rate reflects moderate selectivity, with a smaller student body of 1,899 in Pine Bluff, AR. With 67% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff →Top Career Paths
Social and community service managers
$78,240/yr
Social work teachers, postsecondary
$76,210/yr
Social workers, all other
$69,480/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's Social Work program score?
This program scores 32/100 — on the lower end for Social Work. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Why are Social Work earnings lower at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?
Lower starting pay at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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