Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Undergraduate certificate · Merritt College · Oakland, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,306Median earnings 4 years after
$38,728Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
201Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services at Merritt College earn a median of $47,306. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $31,135 four years after graduating (middle half: $19,580–$43,279).
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana College Santa Ana | $23,863 | — |
| Cabrillo College Aptos | $23,686 | — |
| Coalinga College Coalinga | $18,810 | — |
| Modesto Junior College Modesto | $15,819 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services graduates from Merritt College make?
The median salary is $47,306 and $38,728 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.