Plant Sciences at University of California-Davis
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of California-Davis graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of California-Davis graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 56th percentile of all plant sciences bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Plant Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Davis | $43,873 | — | — | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $63,129 | $64,619 | $16,666 | 0.26 |
| California State University-Fresno | $60,443 | $70,421 | $13,000 | 0.22 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona | $46,152 | $43,825 | $13,500 | 0.29 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt | $44,038 | — | — | — |
| California State University-Chico | $43,944 | $61,533 | $15,000 | 0.34 |
| National Median | $42,786 | — | $20,500 | 0.48 |
Other Plant Sciences Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $63,129 | $16,666 |
| California State University-Fresno Fresno | $6,980 | $60,443 | $13,000 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona | $7,439 | $46,152 | $13,500 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata | $7,913 | $44,038 | — |
| California State University-Chico Chico | $8,064 | $43,944 | $15,000 |
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.
Sample Size: Based on 21 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.