Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How University of California-Berkeley graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley | $88,760 | $112,227 | +26% |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | $109,361 | $120,946 | +11% |
| Salus University | $125,945 | $120,452 | -4% |
| Marshall B Ketchum University | $81,645 | $101,484 | +24% |
| Western University of Health Sciences | $84,910 | $101,019 | +19% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Optometry professional's programs at peer institutions in California (3 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of California-BerkeleyBerkeley | $14,850 | $88,760 | $112,227 | — | — |
 Western University of Health SciencesPomona | — | $84,910 | $101,019 | — | — |
 Marshall B Ketchum UniversityFullerton | — | $81,645 | $101,484 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $97,611 | — | — | — |
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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 University of California-Berkeley, approximately 27% 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.