Materials Engineering at University of California-Riverside
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Materials Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Riverside | $74,110* | — | — | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $74,496* | $98,908 | $17,000 | 0.23 |
| University of California-Davis | $74,110* | — | $18,777 | 0.25 |
| University of California-Irvine | $58,177* | — | $9,987 | 0.17 |
| National Median | $74,110* | — | $23,250 | 0.31 |
Other Materials Engineering 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 | $74,496 | $17,000 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $74,110 | $18,777 |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $14,237 | $58,177 | $9,987 |
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-Riverside, approximately 47% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.