History at California Baptist University
Bachelor's Degree
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
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (72 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Baptist University | — | $33,040 | $20,000 | — |
| Ashford University | $46,581 | $45,832 | $40,750 | 0.87 |
| San Diego State University | $38,203 | $39,883 | $13,881 | 0.36 |
| California State University-Northridge | $37,031 | $44,147 | $15,000 | 0.41 |
| University of Southern California | $36,876 | $59,624 | $12,638 | 0.34 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz | $33,081 | $40,464 | $18,279 | 0.55 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford University San Diego | $13,160 | $46,581 | $40,750 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $38,203 | $13,881 |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $7,095 | $37,031 | $15,000 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $36,876 | $12,638 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz | $14,560 | $33,081 | $18,279 |
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.