Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at California State University-Northridge
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Northridge | $40,078* | — | $17,896* | — |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona | $49,406* | — | $19,375* | 0.39 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $48,489* | — | $15,000* | 0.31 |
| University of California-Davis | $43,462* | $67,743 | $16,416* | 0.38 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz | $43,362* | $56,645 | $20,833* | 0.48 |
| San Diego State University | $41,351* | — | $21,500* | 0.52 |
| National Median | $39,678* | — | $24,757* | 0.62 |
Other Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona | $7,439 | $49,406 | $19,375 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $48,489 | $15,000 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $43,462 | $16,416 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz | $14,560 | $43,362 | $20,833 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $41,351 | $21,500 |
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 10 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.