Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services

Doctoral degree · Capella University · Minneapolis, MN

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$65,989Median earnings 3 years after

$74,835Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services at Capella University earn a median of $65,989. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,538 four years after graduating (middle half: $66,879–$112,995).

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $65,989 and $74,835 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.