Accounting at Golden Gate University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Golden Gate University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Golden Gate University graduates earn $91k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all accounting 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
Accounting masters's programs at peer institutions in California (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate University | $91,369 | $92,348 | — | — |
| California State University-Long Beach | $80,238 | — | — | — |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $7,008 | $80,238 | — |
| 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 Golden Gate University, approximately 22% 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.