Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services

Graduate certificate · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$119,836Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

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How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $119,836. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $60,191 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,467–$85,063).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University make?

The median salary is $119,836.

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