Finance and Financial Management Services at University of Phoenix-California
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Phoenix-California graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Phoenix-California graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 34th percentile of all finance and financial management services masters 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
Finance and Financial Management Services masters's programs at peer institutions in California (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Phoenix-California | $72,214 | $67,961 | — | — |
| San Diego State University | $100,697 | — | — | — |
| Golden Gate University | $80,748 | — | — | — |
| California Lutheran University | $80,356 | $97,162 | — | — |
| National Median | $77,804 | — | — | — |
Other Finance and Financial Management Services Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $100,697 | — |
| Golden Gate University San Francisco | $31,243 | $80,748 | — |
| California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks | $50,670 | $80,356 | — |
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 Phoenix-California, approximately 24% 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.