Human Services Degree

The human services program at Wisconsin Lutheran College 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Wisconsin Lutheran College

1725 State St, La Crosse, WI

WLC, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately 840 students are enrolled annually at Wisconsin Lutheran College.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 830 to 1090 for the SAT exam and between 21 to 27 on the ACT is common among students admitted to WLC. This school has an admissions rate of around 65% of which only 50% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $25,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending Wisconsin Lutheran College. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $4,900. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The WLC "Warriors" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

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

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.wlc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wisconsin Lutheran College offers a bachelor's 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

• La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $69070

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

• La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $42930

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

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