Accounting at Cabrillo College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Cabrillo College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Cabrillo College graduates earn $57k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all accounting certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Accounting certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (133 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabrillo College | $57,294 | — | — | — |
| Ventura Adult and Continuing Education | $37,356 | — | — | — |
| Stellar Career College | $35,186 | $28,896 | $7,248 | 0.21 |
| Summit College | $20,055 | $36,962 | $7,177 | 0.36 |
| CET-San Jose | $14,972 | $16,580 | $6,729 | 0.45 |
| CET-El Centro | $14,972 | $16,580 | $6,729 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $31,684 | — | $13,047 | 0.41 |
Other Accounting Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventura Adult and Continuing Education Ventura | — | $37,356 | — |
| Stellar Career College Modesto | — | $35,186 | $7,248 |
| Summit College San Bernardino | — | $20,055 | $7,177 |
| CET-San Jose San Jose | — | $14,972 | $6,729 |
| CET-El Centro El Centro | — | $14,972 | $6,729 |
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 Cabrillo College, approximately 22% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 22 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.