Philosophy at California State University-East Bay
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Philosophy bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (57 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-East Bay | $29,326* | — | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $38,380* | — | $11,491 | 0.30 |
| University of California-Berkeley | $36,355* | $53,357 | $14,475 | 0.40 |
| University of California-Davis | $32,749* | $34,146 | $13,200 | 0.40 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz | $30,285* | $39,427 | $15,832 | 0.52 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $30,182* | $43,881 | $15,000 | 0.50 |
| National Median | $31,652* | — | $22,641 | 0.72 |
Other Philosophy Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $38,380 | $11,491 |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $36,355 | $14,475 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $32,749 | $13,200 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz | $14,560 | $30,285 | $15,832 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $30,182 | $15,000 |
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-East Bay, approximately 44% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 15 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.