Area Studies programs in California
Compare 8 reporting programs using the same federal field and credential definition. Earnings are observed four years after completion.
| # | College | City | Median year-4 earnings | Median federal debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of California, Berkeley | Berkeley | $70,366 | $14,972 |
| 2 | University of California, Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara | $59,042 | $22,697 |
| 3 | California State University, Northridge | Northridge | $53,077 | Not available |
| 4 | University of California, Los Angeles | Los Angeles | $51,755 | $17,746 |
| 5 | California State University, Fullerton | Fullerton | $50,739 | $17,500 |
| 6 | California State University, Long Beach | Long Beach | $50,071 | $15,697 |
| 7 | California State University, Chico | Chico | $41,818 | $16,375 |
| 8 | University of California, Riverside | Riverside | $39,039 | Not available |
This is an observed-outcomes comparison, not a universal quality ranking. Missing and privacy-suppressed programs are excluded.