Best Social Work Schools in Kansas

Kansas has 7 colleges offering Social Work programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 220 recent graduates. Graduates in Kansas earn $34,045 on average within two years — 8% above the national average of $31,424, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in KS

$34,045

KS Avg. Earnings

$31,424

National Avg.

482

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Social Work in Kansas

Public Schools (5)

$33,207

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$33,993

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $786 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Social Work Schools in Kansas, Ranked by Earnings

University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS · Public

$32,284

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $32,019

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 88.2%

Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg, KS · Public

$32,772

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,425

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 88.2%

Fort Hays State University

Hays, KS · Public

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,922

Graduates: 21

Acceptance: 91.8%

Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS · Public

$36,992

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,052

Graduates: 60

Acceptance: 79.4%

Washburn University

Topeka, KS ·

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,227

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: N/A

Wichita State University

Wichita, KS · Public

$29,995

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $32,391

Graduates: 57

Acceptance: 94.9%

Bethel College-North Newton

North Newton, KS · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 95.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Social Work in Kansas?

University of Kansas ranks #1 for Social Work in Kansas with median graduate earnings of $32,284 within two years of graduation. There are 7 schools offering Social Work programs in the state.

How much do Social Work graduates earn in Kansas?

Social Work graduates in Kansas earn an average of $34,045 within two years of graduation. This is 8% above the national average of $31,424 for this major.

What is the hardest Social Work school to get into in Kansas?

Kansas State University is the most selective Social Work program in Kansas with an acceptance rate of 79.4%. The average acceptance rate across Social Work programs in the state is 89.7%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Social Work in Kansas?

In Kansas, private Social Work programs produce average earnings of $33,993 vs $33,207 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Kansas

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $70,137 Industrial Engineering $66,731 Computer and Information Sciences, General $66,274 Architectural Engineering $65,557 Chemical Engineering $65,089 Computer Engineering $64,990 Civil Engineering $61,395 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $60,823

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.