Physics at California Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Physics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (58 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Institute of Technology | — | — | — | — |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona | $64,045 | $51,682 | $23,000 | 0.36 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $60,495 | $73,644 | $21,100 | 0.35 |
| California State University-San Bernardino | $57,114 | — | — | — |
| California State University-San Marcos | $56,018 | $66,529 | $19,069 | 0.34 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $53,597 | $88,722 | $15,982 | 0.30 |
| National Median | $47,670 | — | $23,304 | 0.49 |
Other Physics Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona | $7,439 | $64,045 | $23,000 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $60,495 | $21,100 |
| California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino | $7,675 | $57,114 | — |
| California State University-San Marcos San Marcos | $7,739 | $56,018 | $19,069 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $14,965 | $53,597 | $15,982 |
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.