Education at Sonoma State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Sonoma State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Sonoma State University graduates earn $81k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all education 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
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in California (62 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoma State University | $80,657 | $73,551 | — | — |
| California State University-San Marcos | $77,823 | $68,948 | — | — |
| California State University-Sacramento | $77,526 | $79,866 | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global | $75,971 | $81,724 | — | — |
| Notre Dame de Namur University | $75,756 | — | — | — |
| California State University-East Bay | $75,291 | $73,214 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,157 | — | — | — |
Other Education 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 | $77,823 | — |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $7,602 | $77,526 | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo | $12,520 | $75,971 | — |
| Notre Dame de Namur University Belmont | — | $75,756 | — |
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $7,055 | $75,291 | — |
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 Sonoma State University, approximately 36% 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.