Human Development, Family Studies, at Cabrillo College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Cabrillo College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Cabrillo College graduates earn $24k, placing them in the 72th percentile of all human development, family studies, certificate programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Human Development, Family Studies, certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (112 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabrillo College | $23,686 | $22,130 | $9,034* | — |
| Santa Ana College | $23,863 | — | $6,630* | 0.28 |
| Coalinga College | $18,810 | $27,959 | $9,500* | 0.51 |
| Modesto Junior College | $15,819 | $18,330 | $9,136* | 0.58 |
| National Median | $21,341 | — | $11,160* | 0.52 |
Other Human Development, Family Studies, Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana College Santa Ana | $1,180 | $23,863 | $6,630 |
| Coalinga College Coalinga | $1,384 | $18,810 | $9,500 |
| Modesto Junior College Modesto | $1,270 | $15,819 | $9,136 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Cabrillo College, approximately 22% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.