Geography and Cartography at California State University-Fullerton
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Fullerton graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Fullerton graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all geography and cartography 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
Geography and Cartography bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fullerton | $26,040 | $47,679 | — | — |
| California State University-Sacramento | $48,227 | $52,747 | $15,881 | 0.33 |
| Sonoma State University | $40,614 | — | $11,000 | 0.27 |
| California State University-Chico | $40,380 | $50,787 | $19,250 | 0.48 |
| San Diego State University | $38,648 | — | $14,999 | 0.39 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $37,398 | $57,435 | $13,750 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $38,726 | — | $22,657 | 0.59 |
Other Geography and Cartography Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $7,602 | $48,227 | $15,881 |
| Sonoma State University Rohnert Park | $8,190 | $40,614 | $11,000 |
| California State University-Chico Chico | $8,064 | $40,380 | $19,250 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $38,648 | $14,999 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $14,965 | $37,398 | $13,750 |
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-Fullerton, 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 25 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.