Economics at Pitzer College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Pitzer College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Pitzer College graduates earn $60k, placing them in the 76th percentile of all economics bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (55 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitzer College | $59,767 | — | $21,500* | — |
| Stanford University | $98,104 | $127,416 | $12,500* | 0.13 |
| Claremont McKenna College | $89,505 | $115,832 | $12,000* | 0.13 |
| University of California-Berkeley | $80,446 | $106,624 | $13,000* | 0.16 |
| Santa Clara University | $76,606 | $102,794 | $19,500* | 0.25 |
| Pomona College | $70,051 | $100,669 | —* | — |
| National Median | $51,722 | — | $22,816* | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $98,104 | $12,500 |
| Claremont McKenna College Claremont | $64,150 | $89,505 | $12,000 |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $80,446 | $13,000 |
| Santa Clara University Santa Clara | $59,241 | $76,606 | $19,500 |
| Pomona College Claremont | $62,326 | $70,051 | — |
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 Pitzer College, approximately 10% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.