Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering at California State University-Los Angeles
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Los Angeles graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Los Angeles graduates earn $102k, placing them in the 43th percentile of all electrical, electronics and communications engineering masters 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
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in California (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Los Angeles | $102,356 | $115,541 | — | — |
| University of California-Berkeley | $197,300 | $158,594 | — | — |
| Stanford University | $159,472 | $170,004 | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $126,936 | $123,911 | — | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $119,390 | $130,500 | — | — |
| University of California-San Diego | $111,009 | $132,436 | — | — |
| National Median | $105,380 | — | — | — |
Other Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $197,300 | — |
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $159,472 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $126,936 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $119,390 | — |
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $111,009 | — |
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-Los Angeles, approximately 66% 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.