Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.5%
- Retention Rate
- 74.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $61,504
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,063
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 54.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $111,769 | $93,083 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $84,201 | $33,323 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $73,075 | $23,851 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $70,009 | $27,000 |
| Public Administration. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $36,707 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,499 | $27,000 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,821 | $26,800 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $63,005 | $27,334 |
| Education, General. | Master | $61,060 | $32,157 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $57,318 | $30,750 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $51,586 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $51,106 | $31,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $50,856 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $47,455 | $61,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $43,426 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
California Baptist graduates earn a median salary of $61,504 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 with typical debt loads of $26,063. Monthly loan payments of $276 represent about 5.4% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong programs in nursing, engineering, and business help drive a 94.4% employment rate among graduates. Many alumni enter healthcare, technology, and business sectors where Christian values align with career goals. CBU's career services leverage extensive alumni networks in Southern California's growing economy. The combination of reasonable debt levels, solid earning potential, and high employment rates delivers a strong return on investment for students committed to faith-integrated education.