Human Development, Family Studies, at West Kentucky Community and Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How West Kentucky Community and Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
West Kentucky Community and Technical College graduates earn $17k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all human development, family studies, associates 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 Kentucky
Human Development, Family Studies, associates's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kentucky Community and Technical College | $17,435 | $21,446 | $12,889* | — |
| Campbellsville University | $37,685 | — | $20,820* | 0.55 |
| Somerset Community College | $14,888 | $18,028 | $11,364* | 0.76 |
| National Median | $25,838 | — | $14,614* | 0.57 |
Other Human Development, Family Studies, Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campbellsville University Campbellsville | $26,990 | $37,685 | $20,820 |
| Somerset Community College Somerset | $4,656 | $14,888 | $11,364 |
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 West Kentucky Community and Technical College, approximately 32% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.