Economics at Pomona College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Pomona College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Pomona College graduates earn $70k, placing them in the 92th percentile of all economics bachelors 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
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (55 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomona College | $70,051 | $100,669 | — | — |
| 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 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $67,501 | $76,499 | $18,500 | 0.27 |
| 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 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $67,501 | $18,500 |
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 Pomona College, approximately 19% 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 24 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.