Accounting at La Sierra University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (44 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Sierra University | — | — | $25,000 | — |
| Santa Clara University | $78,417 | $101,411 | $19,250 | 0.25 |
| University of Southern California | $73,903 | $90,072 | $16,500 | 0.22 |
| California Lutheran University | $72,696 | $75,436 | $21,858 | 0.30 |
| University of San Francisco | $72,588 | $92,299 | $24,660 | 0.34 |
| Menlo College | $71,067 | $92,161 | $26,955 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara University Santa Clara | $59,241 | $78,417 | $19,250 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $73,903 | $16,500 |
| California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks | $50,670 | $72,696 | $21,858 |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $72,588 | $24,660 |
| Menlo College Atherton | $51,070 | $71,067 | $26,955 |
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 La Sierra University, approximately 47% 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.