Mathematics at California State University-Fresno
Bachelor's Degree
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
Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (67 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fresno | — | $55,033 | — | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $53,136 | $65,655 | $16,718 | 0.31 |
| University of California-San Diego | $52,339 | $56,452 | $16,250 | 0.31 |
| Pomona College | $50,712 | — | — | — |
| University of California-Berkeley | $46,674 | — | $20,500 | 0.44 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $46,447 | $64,574 | $17,000 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $48,772 | — | $21,500 | 0.44 |
Other Mathematics Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $53,136 | $16,718 |
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $52,339 | $16,250 |
| Pomona College Claremont | $62,326 | $50,712 | — |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $46,674 | $20,500 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $14,965 | $46,447 | $17,000 |
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-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.