Psychology at University of California-Santa Cruz
Doctoral Degree
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-Santa Cruz | $66,851* | — | — | — |
| 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-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 5 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.