Engineering-Related Fields at California State University-Northridge
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Engineering-Related Fields bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Northridge | $71,138* | — | $25,236* | — |
| Stanford University | $100,788* | $141,630 | —* | — |
| University of Southern California | $73,234* | — | $19,250* | 0.26 |
| California State University-Chico | $69,042* | $79,708 | $16,601* | 0.24 |
| Art Center College of Design | $66,860* | — | $37,250* | 0.56 |
| National Median | $68,919* | — | $25,368* | 0.37 |
Other Engineering-Related Fields Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $100,788 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $73,234 | $19,250 |
| California State University-Chico Chico | $8,064 | $69,042 | $16,601 |
| Art Center College of Design Pasadena | $51,640 | $66,860 | $37,250 |
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-Northridge, 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.