Clinical/Medical Social Work at University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY
Total Graduates
304
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
11%
34 of 304
Female Graduates
89%
270 of 304
Annual Tuition
$11,849
In-state rate
Program Popularity
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Salary & Earnings
Typical earnings for occupations related to this program
Healthcare social workers
Primary OccupationRelated Occupations
Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$68,090
10-Year Job Growth
+7.7%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Healthcare Social Workers
SOC: 21-1022 | $54,472 | +7.7% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
SOC: 21-1023 | $48,048 | +9.7% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Mental Health Counselors
SOC: 21-1014 | N/A | 0% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1113 | $60,968 | +2.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
SOC: 21-1011 | N/A | 0% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$51,068
Peak Salary
$85,113
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; organizing, systematizing, and working with data
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Organization
- Data management
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?
Do you value social perceptiveness?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who prefer working independently
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.