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Best Social Work Schools in Indiana

Indiana has 17 colleges offering Social Work programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 602 recent graduates. Graduates earn $31,135 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $31,426.

17
Schools in IN
$31,135
IN Avg. Earnings
$31,426
National Avg.
395
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Social Work in Indiana

Public Schools (9)
$32,145
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (7)
$29,858
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Indiana produce comparable or higher early earnings for Social Work graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Social Work Schools in Indiana, Ranked by Earnings

#1
I

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Public

$35,374
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $33,234
Graduates: 77
Acceptance: 81.4%
#2
I

Indiana University-East

Richmond, IN · Public

$34,575
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $32,908
Graduates: 41
Acceptance: 71.2%
#3
I

Indiana State University

Terre Haute, IN · Public

$34,259
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,737
Graduates: 38
Acceptance: 91.5%
#4
H

Huntington University

Huntington, IN · Private

$32,569
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 71.2%
#5
U

University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN · Public

$32,569
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,577
Graduates: 59
Acceptance: 94.7%
#6
I

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bloomington, IN · Public

$32,569
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,313
Graduates: 29
Acceptance: 80.4%
#7
U

University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN · Private

$32,058
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $33,602
Graduates: 17
Acceptance: 97.6%
#8
I

Indiana University-South Bend

South Bend, IN · Public

$31,848
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $35,892
Graduates: 46
Acceptance: 86.0%
#9
B

Ball State University

Muncie, IN · Public

$31,567
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $37,657
Graduates: 72
Acceptance: 71.6%
#10
T

Taylor University

Upland, IN · Private

$31,133
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 76.1%
#11
I

Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion

Marion, IN · Private

$30,988
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,691
Graduates: 76
Acceptance: 82.2%
#12
I

Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global

Marion, IN ·

$30,988
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,691
Graduates: 76
Acceptance: N/A
#13
I

Indiana University-Northwest

Gary, IN · Public

$29,832
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,992
Graduates: 36
Acceptance: 76.7%
#14
G

Goshen College

Goshen, IN · Private

$28,236
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 88.9%
#15
V

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN · Private

$28,055
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 92.2%
#16
P

Purdue University Northwest

Hammond, IN · Public

$26,715
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $24,477
Graduates: 16
Acceptance: 70.6%
#17
U

University of Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Private

$25,967
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $32,039
Graduates: 19
Acceptance: 72.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Social Work in Indiana?
Indiana University-Indianapolis ranks #1 for Social Work in Indiana with median graduate earnings of $35,374 within two years of graduation. There are 17 schools offering Social Work programs in the state.
How much do Social Work graduates earn in Indiana?
Social Work graduates in Indiana earn an average of $31,135 within two years of graduation. This is 1% below the national average of $31,426 for this major.
What is the hardest Social Work school to get into in Indiana?
Purdue University Northwest is the most selective Social Work program in Indiana with an acceptance rate of 70.6%. The average acceptance rate across Social Work programs in the state is 81.6%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Social Work in Indiana?
In Indiana, private Social Work programs produce average earnings of $29,858 vs $32,145 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 9 public and 7 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Indiana

Computer Engineering $75,866 Chemical Engineering $73,792 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $72,515 Industrial Engineering $69,578 Computer Science $66,740 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,819 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,398 Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,220
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.