Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Fresno graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fresno | $71,819 | $71,666 | -0% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $83,546 | $92,010 | +10% |
| Boston University | $65,020 | $84,614 | +30% |
| University of the Pacific | $60,543 | $61,991 | +2% |
| University of San Diego | $57,559 | $61,906 | +8% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in California (22 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 California State University-FresnoFresno | $6,980 | $71,819 | $71,666 | — | — |
 Concordia University-IrvineIrvine | $41,390 | $83,546 | $92,010 | — | — |
 California State University-Long BeachLong Beach | $7,008 | $81,909 | — | — | — |
 California State University-Los AngelesLos Angeles | $6,813 | $62,266 | — | — | — |
 La Sierra UniversityRiverside | $35,910 | $62,077 | — | — | — |
 University of the PacificStockton | $55,340 | $60,543 | $61,991 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction graduates
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-Fresno, approximately 56% 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.