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Social Work at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

Stevens Point, WI · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $41,582/yr (14% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (24% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (116,900 openings/yr)

ROI 14.1x earnings multiple (7.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #48 of 338 Social Work programs Top 25%

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	$498K	$498K	$478K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	14.1x	14.1x	13.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.0x	7.0x	6.7x
Probability of Field Employment	70%	69%	58%
DegreeOutlook Score	52	52	58

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,336

Out-of-state: $71,416 (7.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$54,904

-55% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,500

6.8 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,750

17% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Social Work graduates start at $41,582/yr — above the $36,554 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 14.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 4% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Social Work career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $23,500 against $41,582/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point ranks #48 among 338 Social Work programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The limited growth from $41,582 to $48,750 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

A 90% acceptance rate means University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is accessible to most applicants, enrolling 7,104 students in Stevens Point, WI.

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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

What does a 52/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Social Work at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point?

At 52/100, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Social Work program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Is University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point one of the best schools for Social Work?

Among 338 Social Work programs, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's #48 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →