Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering at Sonoma State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Sonoma State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Sonoma State University graduates earn $78k, placing them in the 54th percentile of all electrical, electronics and communications engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoma State University | $78,247 | — | $18,165* | — |
| University of California-Berkeley | $137,295 | $202,911 | $14,437* | 0.11 |
| National University | $93,417 | — | —* | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $90,576 | $99,426 | $24,449* | 0.27 |
| University of Southern California | $89,684 | $113,850 | $20,500* | 0.23 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $85,369 | $110,760 | $17,877* | 0.21 |
| National Median | $77,710 | — | $24,989* | 0.32 |
Other Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $137,295 | $14,437 |
| National University San Diego | $13,320 | $93,417 | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $90,576 | $24,449 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $89,684 | $20,500 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $85,369 | $17,877 |
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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.