Mathematics 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 $45k, placing them in the 33th percentile of all mathematics bachelors programs nationally.
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-Fullerton | $44,903 | — | — | — |
| 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-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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.