Earnings Distribution
How University of California-Davis 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-Davis | $59,285 | $60,843 | +3% |
| California State University-Dominguez Hills | $68,117 | $87,949 | +29% |
| California State University-Fresno | $56,649 | $84,099 | +48% |
| University of Massachusetts Global | $75,971 | $81,724 | +8% |
| California State University-Stanislaus | $71,800 | $81,317 | +13% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in California (62 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of California-DavisDavis | $15,247 | $59,285 | $60,843 | — | — |
 Sonoma State UniversityRohnert Park | $8,190 | $80,657 | $73,551 | — | — |
 California State University-San MarcosSan Marcos | $7,739 | $77,823 | $68,948 | — | — |
 California State University-SacramentoSacramento | $7,602 | $77,526 | $79,866 | — | — |
 University of Massachusetts GlobalAliso Viejo | $12,520 | $75,971 | $81,724 | — | — |
 Notre Dame de Namur UniversityBelmont | — | $75,756 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $56,157 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with education graduates
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-Davis, approximately 31% 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.