Education at Azusa Pacific University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Azusa Pacific University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Azusa Pacific University graduates earn $94k, placing them in the 79th percentile of all education doctoral programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Education doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azusa Pacific University | $94,132 | $102,971 | — | — |
| University of California-San Diego | $122,372 | $110,350 | — | — |
| Stanford University | $98,357 | — | — | — |
| San Diego State University | $93,908 | — | — | — |
| Claremont Graduate University | $93,332 | $110,236 | — | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $72,312 | $99,203 | — | — |
| National Median | $81,873 | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $122,372 | — |
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $98,357 | — |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $93,908 | — |
| Claremont Graduate University Claremont | — | $93,332 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $72,312 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Azusa Pacific University, approximately 35% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.