Best colleges for Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
Minnesota State University - Mankato, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and Metropolitan State University award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees in Minnesota: 78, 70 and 52 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 26 Minnesota colleges offer Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions and award 3,543 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 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public · Bachelor's degree | $56,516 | 52 | 44% | — | $42,688 |
| 2 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public · Bachelor's degree | $46,691 | 78 | 54% | — | $27,269 |
| 3 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $50,058 | 19 | 40% | — | $31,171 |
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 | Minneapolis Community and Technical College Minneapolis Public · Certificate | $49,629 | 33 | 20% | — | $35,542 |
Colleges awarding the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees in Minnesota
Top 10 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 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public | 78 | $46,691 |
| 2 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona Private not-for-profit | 70 | Not reported |
| 3 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public | 52 | $56,516 |
| 4 | Winona State University Winona Public | 36 | Not reported |
| 5 | Bethel University Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 34 | Not reported |
| 6 | Northwest Technical College Bemidji Public | 33 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public | 30 | Not reported |
| 8 | Minnesota West Community and Technical College Granite Falls Public | 27 | Not reported |
| 9 | Minnesota North College Hibbing Public | 24 | Not reported |
| 10 | Century College White Bear Lake Public | 21 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 16 Minnesota colleges offering Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capella University (Online) | Minneapolis | Private for-profit | 1,840 |
| Walden University (Online) | Minneapolis | Private for-profit | 1,002 |
| Adler Graduate School (Graduate only) | Minnetonka | Private not-for-profit | 69 |
| Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School (Graduate only) | Center City | Private not-for-profit | 53 |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | Minneapolis | Public | 33 |
| Normandale Community College | Bloomington | Public | 26 |
| Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College | Cloquet | Public | 23 |
| Saint Cloud State University | Saint Cloud | Public | 19 |
| Bemidji State University | Bemidji | Public | 16 |
| Bethany Lutheran College | Mankato | Private not-for-profit | 16 |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | Rochester | Public | 14 |
| Anoka-Ramsey Community College | Coon Rapids | Public | 8 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Fergus Falls | Public | 8 |
| Crown College | Saint Bonifacius | Private not-for-profit | 6 |
| Hennepin Technical College | Brooklyn Park | Public | 4 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | Moorhead | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (SOC 21-1023).
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What Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers earn in Minnesota
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees?+
Minnesota State University - Mankato (78 graduates a year), Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (70 graduates a year) and Metropolitan State University (52 graduates a year) award the most Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions degrees in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 26 Minnesota colleges offer Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Which Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Metropolitan State University tops the list at $56,516. 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 Minnesota?+
The average annual wage for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers in Minnesota is $74,420 (median $75,020), across about 3,590 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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