Human Development, Family Studies, at Southwest Virginia Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Southwest Virginia Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southwest Virginia Community College graduates earn $20k, placing them in the 40th percentile of all human development, family studies, certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Human Development, Family Studies, certificate's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Virginia Community College | $19,582 | — | $11,984* | — |
| Northern Virginia Community College | $24,012 | $27,377 | $15,183* | 0.63 |
| Tidewater Community College | $21,889 | — | $11,000* | 0.50 |
| Virginia Western Community College | $21,057 | — | —* | — |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | $16,790 | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $21,341 | — | $11,160* | 0.52 |
Other Human Development, Family Studies, Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (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 | — |
| 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 Southwest Virginia Community College, approximately 45% 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.