Where California Baptist University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all graphic communications bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Baptist University | — | $43,996 | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $49,029 | $67,063 | +37% |
| Academy of Art University | $27,481 | $51,035 | +86% |
| University of Silicon Valley | $33,727 | $50,601 | +50% |
| Laguna College of Art and Design | $17,941 | $46,570 | +160% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Graphic Communications bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (18 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 California Baptist UniversityRiverside | $39,720 | $26,981* | $43,996 | $27,000* | — |
 Art Center College of DesignPasadena | $51,640 | $67,010* | — | $35,593* | 0.53 |
 California Polytechnic State University-San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $49,029* | $67,063 | $17,961* | 0.37 |
 University of Silicon ValleySan Jose | $22,480 | $33,727* | $50,601 | $31,000* | 0.92 |
 Academy of Art UniversitySan Francisco | $28,024 | $27,481* | $51,035 | $36,717* | 1.34 |
 California College of the ArtsSan Francisco | $57,946 | $26,481* | $46,179 | $27,000* | 1.02 |
| National Median | — | $25,330* | — | $27,000* | 1.07 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with graphic communications graduates
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 California Baptist University, approximately 41% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 8 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.