Median Earnings (1yr)
$50,968
50th percentile (80th in CA)
Sample Size
43
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Life Pacific University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Life Pacific University graduates earn $51k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all theology and religious vocations 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

Theology and Religious Vocations masters's programs at peer institutions in California (13 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Life Pacific University$50,968$51,779
Biola University$30,120$42,959
National Median$50,968

Other Theology and Religious Vocations Programs in California

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Biola University
La Mirada
$46,704$30,120

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 Life Pacific University, approximately 49% 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.