Social Sciences, General

Associate's degree · Virginia Peninsula Community College · Hampton, VA

CIP 45.01

$25,478Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$42,697Median earnings 4 years after
$36,485Median earnings 5 years after
$10,500Median federal debt
125Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Virginia Peninsula Community College earn a median of $25,478 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $43,146 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,547–$59,204). Median debt is $10,500, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Social Sciences, General (Associate's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk
$29,425$9,163
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale
$23,637$9,750
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke
$19,220$9,346
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond
$18,164$12,813

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from Virginia Peninsula Community College make?

The median salary is $25,478 one year after graduation and $36,485 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,500.

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