Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo graduates compare to all programs nationally
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo graduates earn $97k, placing them in the 65th percentile of all management sciences and quantitative methods masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in California (35 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $96,886 | — | — | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $169,099 | — | — | — |
| University of California-Davis | $144,086 | — | — | — |
| University of San Francisco | $138,031 | — | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $120,846 | $134,025 | — | — |
| Santa Clara University | $114,501 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $89,942 | — | — | — |
Other Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $169,099 | — |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $144,086 | — |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $138,031 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $120,846 | — |
| Santa Clara University Santa Clara | $59,241 | $114,501 | — |
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 Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, approximately 18% 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.