Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at San Francisco State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How San Francisco State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
San Francisco State University graduates earn $82k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all communication disorders sciences and services masters 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
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in California (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco State University | $81,670 | $88,225 | — | — |
| California State University-Los Angeles | $85,836 | — | — | — |
| University of the Pacific | $79,969 | $80,677 | — | — |
| Chapman University | $79,836 | — | — | — |
| California State University-Fresno | $79,189 | $76,469 | — | — |
| University of Redlands | $79,077 | $85,379 | — | — |
| National Median | $59,150 | — | — | — |
Other Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $6,813 | $85,836 | — |
| University of the Pacific Stockton | $55,340 | $79,969 | — |
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $79,836 | — |
| California State University-Fresno Fresno | $6,980 | $79,189 | — |
| University of Redlands Redlands | $57,614 | $79,077 | — |
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 San Francisco State University, approximately 41% 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.