Education at University of California-Santa Cruz
Doctoral Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Education doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Santa Cruz | $93,908* | — | — | — |
| University of California-San Diego | $122,372* | $110,350 | — | — |
| Stanford University | $98,357* | — | — | — |
| Azusa Pacific University | $94,132* | $102,971 | — | — |
| San Diego State University | $93,908* | — | — | — |
| Claremont Graduate University | $93,332* | $110,236 | — | — |
| National Median | $81,873* | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $122,372 | — |
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $98,357 | — |
| Azusa Pacific University Azusa | $43,600 | $94,132 | — |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $93,908 | — |
| Claremont Graduate University Claremont | — | $93,332 | — |
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 Cruz, approximately 32% 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 7 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.