Education at Northcentral University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northcentral University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northcentral University graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all education doctoral 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
Education doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northcentral University | $71,811 | $76,623 | — | — |
| University of California-San Diego | $122,372 | $110,350 | — | — |
| Stanford University | $98,357 | — | — | — |
| Azusa Pacific University | $94,132 | $102,971 | — | — |
| San Diego State University | $93,908 | — | — | — |
| Claremont Graduate University | $93,332 | $110,236 | — | — |
| National Median | $81,873 | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $122,372 | — |
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $98,357 | — |
| Azusa Pacific University Azusa | $43,600 | $94,132 | — |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $93,908 | — |
| Claremont Graduate University Claremont | — | $93,332 | — |
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 Northcentral University, approximately 25% 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.