Psychology at University of California-Santa Cruz
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in California (49 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Santa Cruz | $50,328* | — | — | — |
| California State University-Fresno | $70,238* | $86,369 | — | — |
| California State University-Stanislaus | $64,812* | — | — | — |
| San Diego State University | $62,663* | — | — | — |
| National University | $59,617* | $61,331 | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global | $59,499* | $60,694 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,123* | — | — | — |
Other Psychology 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 | $70,238 | — |
| California State University-Stanislaus Turlock | $7,826 | $64,812 | — |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $62,663 | — |
| National University San Diego | $13,320 | $59,617 | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo | $12,520 | $59,499 | — |
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 18 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.