Human Services Degree

The human services program at Shenandoah University prepare students for careers as a social and human service assistant, community health worker, or community and social service specialist. The program focuses on the general study and provision of human and social services, as well as preparing individuals to work in public and private human services agencies and organizations. Program courses include: social sciences, psychology, principles of social service, human services policy, planning and evaluation, and social services law and administration. Get more details below including other Virginia colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Shenandoah University (SU)

8550 Magellan Pkwy Ste 700, Richmond, VA

SU, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Winchester, VA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled annually at SU.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SU offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to SU. A score between 900 to 1140 on the SAT, or 19 to 24 for the ACT is common among admitted students. SU admits roughly 80 percent of applicants. Of those students accepted, around 34 percent registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The mascot for SU is the "Hornets", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.su.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SU offers a doctorate degree program in human services.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Richmond, VA
  • Total Employment: 660
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $75000

Social and Human Service Assistants

Description

Assist in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and human service assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Richmond, VA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $30770

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Description

All community and social service specialists not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, community and social service specialists, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Richmond, VA
  • Total Employment: 810
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $57290

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).