Best colleges for Social Work in New Mexico
Ranked by graduate earnings
Western New Mexico University, New Mexico State University and San Juan College award the most Social Work degrees and certificates in New Mexico: 263, 120 and 17 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 New Mexico colleges offer Social Work and award 408 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Social Work program prepares students to support individuals and communities in overcoming challenges and improving their well-being. This field focuses on advocacy, education, and resource connection, making it ideal for those…
Top 2 institutions, 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 | Western New Mexico University Silver City Public · Bachelor's degree | $42,250 | 263 | 32% | — | $35,448 |
| 2 | New Mexico State University Las Cruces Public · Bachelor's degree | $33,510 | 120 | 55% | — | $24,500 |
Colleges awarding the most Social Work degrees in New Mexico
Top 4 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). 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 | Western New Mexico University Silver City Public | 263 | $42,250 |
| 2 | New Mexico State University Las Cruces Public | 120 | $33,510 |
| 3 | San Juan College Farmington Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 4 | Mesalands Community College Tucumcari Public | 2 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 4 New Mexico colleges offering Social Work
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico State University - Alamogordo | Alamogordo | Public | 2 |
| Southeast New Mexico College | Carlsbad | Public | 2 |
| Northern New Mexico College | Espanola | Public | 1 |
| Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College | Ruidoso | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Healthcare Social Workers (SOC 21-1022).
Top skills
What Healthcare Social Workers earn in New Mexico
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Social Work programs in New Mexico.
Which New Mexico colleges award the most Social Work degrees?+
Western New Mexico University (263 graduates a year), New Mexico State University (120 graduates a year) and San Juan College (17 graduates a year) award the most Social Work degrees and certificates in New Mexico, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 New Mexico colleges offer Social Work.
Which Social Work program in New Mexico has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Western New Mexico University tops the list at $42,250. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Healthcare Social Workers earn in New Mexico?+
The average annual wage for Healthcare Social Workers in New Mexico is $67,170 (median $65,930), across about 1,200 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Social Work program?+
The Social Work program prepares students to support individuals and communities in overcoming challenges and improving their well-being. This field focuses on advocacy, education, and resource connection, making it ideal for those…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, critical thinking, active listening, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Healthcare Social Workers?+
The national job outlook is about +7.7% growth with around 18,400 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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