Name: Thanatology (CIP 30.53): international graduates and related occupations
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International graduates, 2024–25

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OPT after graduation

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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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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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