Physics at Saint Mary's College of California
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Physics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (58 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's College of California | $50,219* | — | — | — |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona | $64,045* | $51,682 | $23,000 | 0.36 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $60,495* | $73,644 | $21,100 | 0.35 |
| California State University-San Bernardino | $57,114* | — | — | — |
| California State University-San Marcos | $56,018* | $66,529 | $19,069 | 0.34 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $53,597* | $88,722 | $15,982 | 0.30 |
| National Median | $47,670* | — | $23,304 | 0.49 |
Other Physics Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona | $7,439 | $64,045 | $23,000 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $60,495 | $21,100 |
| California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino | $7,675 | $57,114 | — |
| California State University-San Marcos San Marcos | $7,739 | $56,018 | $19,069 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $14,965 | $53,597 | $15,982 |
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 Saint Mary's College of California, approximately 24% 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 11 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.