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CIP 44.0000 Public Administration and Social Services

Human Services, General

IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education · 2025

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Total graduates

10,890

2025 · 404 schools

International share

0.7%

78 international students

Bachelor's degrees

5,881

0.9% international

Master's degrees

899

1.7% international

Overview

Human Services is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on meeting human needs through an integrated approach that emphasizes prevention, education, and intervention. This general program prepares students to work in various settings, including social services, healthcare, community organizations, and non-profits, addressing issues such as poverty, mental health, substance abuse, and family dynamics.

Students in Human Services programs typically study a diverse range of subjects, such as psychology, sociology, counseling techniques, and social policy. This broad educational foundation equips them with the skills necessary to understand the complexities of human behavior and the social structures that impact individuals and communities. Key competencies developed through the program include communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking, all of which are essential for effective service delivery.

Practical experience is a significant component of Human Services education. Many programs require internships or fieldwork, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings while gaining valuable insights into the challenges faced by individuals and communities. Graduates may pursue careers as social workers, case managers, community outreach coordinators, or mental health counselors, among other roles.

Overall, Human Services is a vital field dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities by providing support, resources, and advocacy. As societal challenges continue to evolve, the demand for professionals in this area remains strong, making it a rewarding career choice for those passionate about helping others.

Graduates by year

Graduates by degree level (first and second majors)

AssociateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral

From 2015 to 2025, graduates fell 31% and the international share went from 0.7% to 0.7%.

International share (%)
Graduates by group, 2025
White
41.9%
Asian
2.0%
Hispanic
20.2%
Black
25.9%
Other
9.4%
Intl.
0.7%

Colleges that award this degree

In 2025, 404 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.

RankSchoolStateGraduatesInternational
#42 Northeastern University Massachusetts 25 1
#59 George Washington University D.C. 19 1
#72 Syracuse University New York 2 0
#85 University of Delaware Delaware 50 2
#100 University of San Diego California 19 7
#100 University of South Florida-Main Campus Florida 66 0
#100 Elon University North Carolina 15 0
#116 University of San Francisco California 2 0
#116 University of Oregon Oregon 81 1
#121 University of Arizona Arizona 8 0
#121 Loyola University Chicago Illinois 2 0
#137 University of Scranton Pennsylvania 19 0
#148 Catholic University of America D.C. 5 0
#148 Mercer University Georgia 10 0
#156 California State University-Fullerton California 205 0
#169 Simmons University Massachusetts 15 0
#169 Touro College New York 31 0
#202 Ohio University-Main Campus Ohio 15 0
#208 University of North Texas Texas 17 0
#236 University of Nevada--Las Vegas Nevada 35 0
#250 Nova Southeastern University Florida 3 0
#262 George Fox University Oregon 1 0
#262 University of South Dakota South Dakota 12 0
#276 California Baptist University California 4 0
#288 Utah State University Utah 91 0
#308 Northern Illinois University Illinois 4 0
#317 University of Mary North Dakota 3 0
#328 East Tennessee State University Tennessee 43 0
#328 University of North Texas at Dallas Texas 8 0
#332 University of Baltimore Maryland 21 2
#332 Mercy University New York 19 0
#342 University of Northern Colorado Colorado 35 1
#342 Cleveland State University Ohio 4 0
#342 Kennesaw State University Georgia 49 0
#353 Pennsylvania Western University Pennsylvania 1 0
#365 Troy University Alabama 48 0
#365 Liberty University Virginia 54 0
#376 University of Bridgeport Connecticut 9 0
#376 Concordia University-Saint Paul Minnesota 27 0
#382 Grand Canyon University Arizona 1,250 19
#382 University of Colorado--Colorado Springs Colorado 35 0
#382 Post University Connecticut 131 0
#382 Wilmington University Delaware 55 1
#382 Saint Leo University Florida 16 0
#382 Southeastern University Florida 16 1
#382 East Texas A&M University Texas 10 0
#382 Texas Southern University Texas 49 0
#382 Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus Puerto Rico 4 0
LAC #83 Earlham College Indiana 8 0
LAC #128 University of Minnesota-Morris Minnesota 5 0
LAC #132 Saint Norbert College Wisconsin 1 0
LAC #176 Virginia Wesleyan University Virginia 3 0
— Southern New Hampshire University New Hampshire 751 2
— Ultimate Medical Academy Florida 652 0
— Purdue University Global Indiana 433 3
— Walden University Minnesota 290 0
— Bryant & Stratton College-Online New York 229 0
— Monroe University New York 180 5
— Lindsey Wilson University Kentucky 142 0
— University of the Cumberlands Kentucky 118 0
— Rasmussen University-Minnesota Minnesota 117 0
— Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Indiana 112 0
— Delaware Technical Community College-Terry Delaware 98 1
— CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York 98 5
— Capella University Minnesota 97 0
— CUNY New York City College of Technology New York 90 1
— The University of Arizona Global Campus Arizona 88 1
— Florida State College at Jacksonville Florida 86 2
— Indian River State College Florida 84 1
— Columbia College Missouri 84 0
— Towson University Maryland 75 0
— California State University-Monterey Bay California 75 0
— Palm Beach State College Florida 72 0
— California State University-Dominguez Hills California 69 0
— Wayland Baptist University Texas 67 0
— Western Washington University Washington 63 0
— Community College of Vermont Vermont 62 0
— Lincoln University Pennsylvania 59 0
— Colorado State University Global Colorado 57 2
— Southwestern College California 51 0
— Dutchess Community College New York 51 0
— San Diego City College California 50 0

Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.

Related jobs and pay

OccupationUS employmentMean hourly wageMean annual wage
Social and Human Service Assistants 437,860 $22.93 $47,690
Social and Community Service Managers 209,330 $42.73 $88,880
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other 107,730 $28.65 $59,590

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2015–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.