Psychology at University of California-Riverside
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Riverside | $66,851* | $81,645 | — | — |
| Claremont Graduate University | $100,495* | $93,208 | — | — |
| Northcentral University | $80,136* | $97,273 | — | — |
| Loma Linda University | $66,851* | $92,475 | — | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $62,453* | $98,189 | — | — |
| Saybrook University | $52,771* | $72,672 | — | — |
| National Median | $75,570* | — | — | — |
Other Psychology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Graduate University Claremont | — | $100,495 | — |
| Northcentral University San Diego | — | $80,136 | — |
| Loma Linda University Loma Linda | — | $66,851 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $62,453 | — |
| Saybrook University Pasadena | — | $52,771 | — |
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 5 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.