Human Development & Family Studies at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Chicago, IL · Public · Associate Degree · Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services

enrolling 5,847 students in Chicago, IL.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $30,292 put City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's Human Development & Family Studies program 26% above the national median of $24,123 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

The 36.2x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 33% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Human Development & Family Studies graduates.

Ranked #26 out of 85 programs, City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's Human Development & Family Studies offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Human Development & Family Studies connects to 3 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

60 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
59
Low End
60
Score
62
High End
Earnings $30,292/yr (26% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (67% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (297,800 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$317K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
36.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$8,760
Out-of-state: $28,860

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Human Development & Family Studies graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Psychologists, all other $117,580 +4.3% 56%
Social scientists and related workers, all other $100,340 -1.7% 48%
Family and consumer sciences teachers, postsecondary $77,280 +3.4% 46%
Psychologists, all other
$117,580
+4.3% growth 56% AI-proof
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100,340
-1.7% growth 48% AI-proof
Family and consumer sciences teachers, postsecondary
$77,280
+3.4% growth 46% AI-proof

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Human Development & Family Studies Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Human Development & Family Studies careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering family & consumer sciences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's Human Development & Family Studies program score?
This program scores 60/100, reflecting respectable but not exceptional financial outcomes for Human Development & Family Studies graduates.
Will AI affect Human Development & Family Studies careers?
With 33% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $316,922 in decade earnings vs $316,922 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Human Development & Family Studies graduates?
The DOL recognizes 3 apprenticeship pathways related to Human Development & Family Studies. For students weighing City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How many job openings are there for Human Development & Family Studies graduates?
At 297,800 annual openings, Human Development & Family Studies has a very large employment base. City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →