Education at University of California-Santa Barbara
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings Distribution
How University of California-Santa Barbara graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of California-Santa Barbara graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 69th percentile of all education grad-cert programs nationally.
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
Education grad-cert's programs at peer institutions in California (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $65,475 | $64,074 | — | — |
| California State University-Fresno | $59,363 | — | — | — |
| Northcentral University | $49,816 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $59,363 | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fresno Fresno | $6,980 | $59,363 | — |
| Northcentral University San Diego | — | $49,816 | — |
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-Santa Barbara, approximately 28% 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.