Cognitive Science at Occidental College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Cognitive Science bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Occidental College | $41,091* | — | $18,000* | — |
| Stanford University | $105,695* | — | $8,055* | 0.08 |
| University of California-Berkeley | $64,559* | $91,715 | $13,950* | 0.22 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $53,962* | $62,158 | $13,000* | 0.24 |
| University of California-Davis | $42,342* | — | $15,000* | 0.35 |
| University of California-San Diego | $39,839* | $67,751 | $17,481* | 0.44 |
| National Median | $41,362* | — | $17,750* | 0.43 |
Other Cognitive Science Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $105,695 | $8,055 |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $64,559 | $13,950 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $53,962 | $13,000 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $42,342 | $15,000 |
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $39,839 | $17,481 |
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 Occidental College, approximately 16% 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 8 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.