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Best Colleges for Doctoral Degree
in Social Work

14 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

14 Colleges
📍 Illinois
🎓 Doctoral Degree

Showing 1–14 of 14 colleges in Illinois

University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.8%
Annual cost
$86,856/yr
Grad earnings
$91,885
SAT avg
1,554
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 5 Decision Mar 15 Fee $75
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University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.8%
Annual cost
$86,856/yr
Grad earnings
$91,885
SAT avg
1,554
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 5 Decision Feb 15 Fee $75
View college details
University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.8%
Annual cost
$86,856/yr
Grad earnings
$91,885
SAT avg
1,554
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 3 Decision Dec 15 Fee $75
View college details
University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.8%
Annual cost
$86,856/yr
Grad earnings
$91,885
SAT avg
1,554
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 3 Decision Dec 15 Fee $75
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Aurora University
Aurora, Illinois
🏢 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 85.1%
Annual cost
$39,232/yr
Grad earnings
$58,709
SAT avg
1,072
ACT mid
22
Rolling admissions — apply anytime
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Doctoral Degree in Social Work in Illinois?
14 colleges and universities currently offer Doctoral Degree programs in Social Work in Illinois, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Social Work in Illinois?
University of Chicago leads with median graduate earnings of $91,885 ten years after enrollment for Doctoral Degree graduates.
Which Social Work colleges in Illinois have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Aurora University. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Social Work programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

Careers after Doctoral Degree in Social Work

Social and Community Service Managers Marriage and Family Therapists Counselors, All Other Child, Family, and School Social Workers Healthcare Social Workers Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Social Workers, All Other Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary

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