Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology at San Francisco State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How San Francisco State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
San Francisco State University graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 85th percentile of all ecology, evolution, systematics, and population biology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco State University | $34,764 | — | — | — |
| California State University-San Marcos | $40,875 | — | $23,000 | 0.56 |
| California State University-Long Beach | $35,436 | $45,596 | $19,948 | 0.56 |
| California State University-Fullerton | $35,110 | $48,658 | $17,623 | 0.50 |
| California State University-Northridge | $34,838 | — | $24,250 | 0.70 |
| University of California-Davis | $32,161 | $42,546 | $19,951 | 0.62 |
| National Median | $29,460 | — | $23,480 | 0.80 |
Other Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-San Marcos San Marcos | $7,739 | $40,875 | $23,000 |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $7,008 | $35,436 | $19,948 |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $35,110 | $17,623 |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $7,095 | $34,838 | $24,250 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $32,161 | $19,951 |
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.