Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia

Human Development, Family Studies, certificate's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (22 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
New River Community College
Northern Virginia Community College$24,012$27,377$15,1830.63
Tidewater Community College$21,889$11,0000.50
Virginia Western Community College$21,057
Southwest Virginia Community College$19,582
Patrick & Henry Community College$16,790
National Median$21,341$11,1600.52

Other Human Development, Family Studies, Programs in Virginia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale
$5,703$24,012$15,183
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk
$5,714$21,889$11,000
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke
$5,256$21,057
Southwest Virginia Community College
Cedar Bluff
$4,901$19,582
Patrick & Henry Community College
Martinsville
$4,858$16,790

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 New River Community College, approximately 21% 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.