Compare to Similar Programs in California

Marine Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (3 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of California-Davis
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo$27,337
California State University-Monterey Bay$27,268$38,329$17,8000.65
National Median$27,337$22,4000.82

Other Marine Sciences Programs in California

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
$11,075$27,337
California State University-Monterey Bay
Seaside
$7,437$27,268$17,800

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.