Biomedical/Medical Engineering at California Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Biomedical/Medical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Institute of Technology | — | — | — | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $81,186 | $97,977 | $20,500 | 0.25 |
| University of Southern California | $80,508 | $104,579 | $14,500 | 0.18 |
| University of the Pacific | $77,099 | — | $26,033 | 0.34 |
| Southern California Institute of Technology | $74,115 | $71,931 | $38,130 | 0.51 |
| Santa Clara University | $73,710 | $98,444 | $21,390 | 0.29 |
| National Median | $64,660 | — | $23,246 | 0.36 |
Other Biomedical/Medical Engineering Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $81,186 | $20,500 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $80,508 | $14,500 |
| University of the Pacific Stockton | $55,340 | $77,099 | $26,033 |
| Southern California Institute of Technology Anaheim | $20,515 | $74,115 | $38,130 |
| Santa Clara University Santa Clara | $59,241 | $73,710 | $21,390 |
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 Institute of Technology, approximately 15% 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.