Mental & Social Health Services at University of La Verne
If you plan to study Mental & Social Health Services, you may want to check out the program at University of La Verne. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of La Verne is located in La Verne, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 20 mental & social health services degrees were awarded at University of La Verne.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of La Verne
Many students take online classes at University of La Verne. Of 5,021 students, 377 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,214 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Mental & Social Health Services Rankings at University of La Verne
Use these rankings to compare University of La Verne’s Mental & Social Health Services program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #14 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #17 of 82 |
| Best Value | California | #31 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #48 of 530 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #58 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #433 of 514 |
Earnings for Mental & Social Health Services Graduates from University of La Verne
Graduates of University of La Verne’s Mental & Social Health Services program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $51,001 |
| 2 years | $53,179 |
| 3 years | $56,401 |
| 4 years | $61,711 |
| 5 years | $72,140 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Mental & Social Health Services graduates from University of La Verne earn a median of $61,711, compared with $69,222 for all University of La Verne graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Mental & Social Health Services graduates at University of La Verne, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Mental & Social Health Services graduates at University of La Verne are 65% women (13) and 35% men (7).
Mental & Social Health Services Master’s Program at University of La Verne
Among the 20 master’s mental & social health services graduates at University of La Verne, 65% were women (13) and 35% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mental & Social Health Services master’s degree recipients at University of La Verne.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 80% of Mental & Social Health Services master’s degree recipients at University of La Verne, above the national average of 37%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mental & Social Health Services Concentrations at University of La Verne
The Mental & Social Health Services program at University of La Verne includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Marriage & Family Therapy/Counseling | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Mental & Social Health Services Graduates
Students who finish Mental & Social Health Services program at University of La Verne pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Mental & Social Health Services graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
| Counselors, All Other | $81,766 |
| Health Education Specialists | $81,726 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $78,044 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $74,325 |
| Community Health Workers | $73,901 |
| Mental Health Counselors | $72,983 |
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,510 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $58,560 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.