Best colleges for Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions in Arizona
Ranked by graduate earnings
Grand Canyon University, University of Arizona and Prescott College award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees in Arizona: 2,215, 134 and 85 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 23 Arizona colleges offer Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions and award 3,141 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program focuses on equipping students with the skills needed to support individuals facing mental health challenges and social issues. This program is ideal for those interested…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Arizona Tucson Public · Bachelor's degree | $37,992 | 134 | 68% | — | $24,000 |
| 2 | Grand Canyon University Phoenix Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $37,693 | 2,215 | 43% | $21,535 | $39,560 |
| 3 | The University of Arizona Global Campus Chandler Public · Bachelor's degree Online | $39,676 | 89 | 11% | $26,445 | $48,372 |
Top certificate or associate program
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pima Community College Tucson Public · Associate degree Small program | $36,004 | 2 | 28% | — | $5,250 |
Colleges awarding the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees in Arizona
Top 9 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Canyon University Phoenix Private not-for-profit | 2,215 | $37,693 |
| 2 | University of Arizona Tucson Public | 134 | $37,992 |
| 3 | Prescott College Prescott Private not-for-profit | 85 | Not reported |
| 4 | Northern Arizona University Flagstaff Public | 48 | Not reported |
| 5 | Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale Public | 23 | Not reported |
| 6 | Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe Public | 15 | Not reported |
| 7 | Yavapai College Prescott Public | 15 | Not reported |
| 8 | Chandler-Gilbert Community College Chandler Public | 14 | Not reported |
| 9 | Mohave Community College Kingman Public | 10 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 14 Arizona colleges offering Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Phoenix-Arizona (Online) | Phoenix | Private for-profit | 206 |
| Rio Salado College | Tempe | Public | 135 |
| The University of Arizona Global Campus (Online) | Chandler | Public | 89 |
| Arizona State University Digital Immersion (Online) | Scottsdale | Public | 56 |
| American InterContinental University System (Online) | Chandler | Private for-profit | 47 |
| Tohono O'odham Community College (Online) | Sells | Public | 13 |
| Mesa Community College | Mesa | Public | 12 |
| Phoenix College | Phoenix | Public | 8 |
| GateWay Community College | Phoenix | Public | 4 |
| Glendale Community College | Glendale | Public | 3 |
| Scottsdale Community College | Scottsdale | Public | 3 |
| Northland Pioneer College | Holbrook | Public | 2 |
| Pima Community College | Tucson | Public | 2 |
| Paradise Valley Community College | Phoenix | Public | 2 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (SOC 21-1023).
Top skills
What Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers earn in Arizona
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions programs in Arizona.
Which Arizona colleges award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees?+
Grand Canyon University (2,215 graduates a year), University of Arizona (134 graduates a year) and Prescott College (85 graduates a year) award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees in Arizona, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 23 Arizona colleges offer Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Which Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program in Arizona has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Arizona tops the list at $37,992. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers earn in Arizona?+
The average annual wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Arizona is $50,630 (median $46,380), across about 3,690 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program?+
The Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program focuses on equipping students with the skills needed to support individuals facing mental health challenges and social issues. This program is ideal for those interested…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, active listening, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers?+
The national job outlook is about +9.7% growth with around 13,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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