South Dakota · Social Work

Best Social Work institutions in South Dakota, ranked by earnings

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…

Institutions
2
offering CIP 44.07
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
20
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$19,439
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
36%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Healthcare Social Workers
$56,520
BLS OEWS 2024

2 institutions offering Social Work in South Dakota

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Oglala Lakota College
Kyle Public
109%
2University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls Private not-for-profit
1063%$19,439

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Healthcare Social Workers (SOC 21-1022).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+7.7%
Faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~18,400
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$68,090
typically Master's degree

Top skills

SpeakingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningReading ComprehensionWritingActive Learning

What Healthcare Social Workers earn in South Dakota

Jobs in South Dakota
680
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$56,520
median $51,960
Best-paying metro
$59,990
Sioux Falls, SD-MN

Related careers

Child, Family, and School Social Workers
$53,780 avg · 1,850 jobs
Healthcare Social Workers
$56,520 avg · 680 jobs
Social and Community Service Managers
$88,740 avg · 380 jobs
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
$51,560 avg · 240 jobs
Social Workers, All Other
$86,180 avg · 140 jobs
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary
$67,620 avg · 90 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Social Work programs in South Dakota.

How much do Healthcare Social Workers earn in South Dakota?+

The average annual wage for Healthcare Social Workers in South Dakota is $56,520 (median $51,960), across about 680 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

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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