Human Services at Elizabethtown College
Bachelor's Degree
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 Pennsylvania
Human Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown College | — | $45,584 | — | — |
| Chestnut Hill College | $40,336 | $44,644 | $43,125 | 1.07 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology | $35,787 | — | $42,463 | 1.19 |
| Lincoln University | $34,374 | $42,919 | $37,500 | 1.09 |
| Lancaster Bible College | $33,664 | — | $48,590 | 1.44 |
| National Median | $36,630 | — | $31,573 | 0.86 |
Other Human Services Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia | $39,410 | $40,336 | $43,125 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport | $17,940 | $35,787 | $42,463 |
| Lincoln University Lincoln University | $12,512 | $34,374 | $37,500 |
| Lancaster Bible College Lancaster | $29,990 | $33,664 | $48,590 |
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 Elizabethtown College, approximately 19% 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.