Professional Certificate   Illinois

Best Colleges for Professional Certificate
in Social Work

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

9 Colleges
📍 Illinois
🎓 Professional Certificate

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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 Professional Certificate in Social Work in Illinois?
9 colleges and universities currently offer Professional Certificate 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?
Loyola University Chicago leads with median graduate earnings of $71,530 ten years after enrollment for Professional Certificate graduates.
Which Social Work colleges in Illinois have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University of St Francis, 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.

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