117
International graduates, 2024–25
88 master's · 8 doctoral
12 months
OPT after graduation
164
Four-year schools that offer it
3
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Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.
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Medical and Health Services ManagersSOC 11-911162,300 openings a year · 624 LCA filings62,300+24.2%$123,860624
Social and Community Service ManagersSOC 11-915118,500 openings a year · 223 LCA filings18,500+7.2%$80,390223
Healthcare Social WorkersSOC 21-1022 · Usually needs more education16,900 openings a year · 107 LCA filings16,900+8.5%$67,880107
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Sources: IPEDS Completions 2024–25 (U.S. Department of Education) · DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List · BLS OEWS, May 2025 · BLS Employment Projections 2025-35 · U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, Apr 2025–Mar 2026. Methodology