Accounting at California State University-Long Beach
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Long Beach graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Long Beach graduates earn $80k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all accounting masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Accounting masters's programs at peer institutions in California (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Long Beach | $80,238 | — | — | — |
| Golden Gate University | $91,369 | $92,348 | — | — |
| California State University-East Bay | $78,409 | — | — | — |
| San Francisco State University | $78,065 | $98,647 | — | — |
| Saint Mary's College of California | $77,656 | $97,358 | — | — |
| California State University-Fullerton | $77,276 | $95,184 | — | — |
| National Median | $68,090 | — | — | — |
Other Accounting Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate University San Francisco | $31,243 | $91,369 | — |
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $7,055 | $78,409 | — |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $78,065 | — |
| Saint Mary's College of California Moraga | $56,134 | $77,656 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $77,276 | — |
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-Long Beach, approximately 49% 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.