Computer and Information Sciences at California State University-Channel Islands
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Channel Islands graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Channel Islands graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 13th percentile of all computer and information sciences bachelors programs nationally.
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
Computer and Information Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (49 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Channel Islands | $45,552 | $73,565 | $16,119* | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $136,099 | $164,612 | $15,248* | 0.11 |
| University of California-Berkeley | $88,030 | — | $13,550* | 0.15 |
| University of California-Davis | $84,343 | $129,448 | $14,282* | 0.17 |
| Westmont College | $83,026 | — | —* | — |
| Loyola Marymount University | $79,763 | — | $26,000* | 0.33 |
| National Median | $61,322 | — | $25,000* | 0.41 |
Other Computer and Information Sciences 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 | $136,099 | $15,248 |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $88,030 | $13,550 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $84,343 | $14,282 |
| Westmont College Santa Barbara | $51,790 | $83,026 | — |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $58,974 | $79,763 | $26,000 |
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 State University-Channel Islands, approximately 47% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.