Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services

Bachelor's degree · Benedict College · Columbia, SC

CIP 19.07

$21,607Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$34,129Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$32,000Median federal debt

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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services at Benedict College earn a median of $21,607 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,568 four years after graduating (middle half: $35,149–$62,704). Median debt is $32,000, about 148% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services (Bachelor's degree) at other South Carolina schools

College	Earnings (1 yr)	Median debt
Southern Wesleyan University Central	$31,326	$32,521

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services graduates from Benedict College make?

The median salary is $21,607 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $32,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.