Human Development, Family Studies, at Whittier 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 California
Human Development, Family Studies, bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittier College | — | $26,689 | $25,750 | — |
| California State University-East Bay | $41,195 | $53,103 | $18,000 | 0.44 |
| Pacific Oaks College | $39,077 | $44,499 | $27,715 | 0.71 |
| Ashford University | $36,944 | $32,701 | $36,000 | 0.97 |
| California State University-Monterey Bay | $34,089 | — | $12,408 | 0.36 |
| Sonoma State University | $33,906 | $49,815 | $18,250 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $33,543 | — | $25,000 | 0.75 |
Other Human Development, Family Studies, Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $7,055 | $41,195 | $18,000 |
| Pacific Oaks College Pasadena | $33,360 | $39,077 | $27,715 |
| Ashford University San Diego | $13,160 | $36,944 | $36,000 |
| California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside | $7,437 | $34,089 | $12,408 |
| Sonoma State University Rohnert Park | $8,190 | $33,906 | $18,250 |
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 Whittier 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.