Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 46.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 46.9%
- Retention Rate
- 65.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,162
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,807
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 50.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $146/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 | $117,274 | $23,500 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Master | $110,878 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $93,875 | $10,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $86,867 | $19,579 |
| Education, General. | Master | $74,576 | $20,500 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $69,757 | $39,187 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $69,338 | $20,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $67,324 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $60,320 | $16,589 |
| Social Work. | Master | $60,096 | $38,800 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $59,350 | $40,750 |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. | Master | $59,124 | $39,618 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor | $55,338 | $25,000 |
| Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education. | Master | $54,661 | |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Master | $49,579 | $42,926 |
Outcomes Overview
CSU Dominguez Hills graduates earn a median salary of $57,162 ten years after graduation. With median debt of $13,807, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a manageable 24%. Monthly loan payments of $146 consume just 3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 93.1% employment rate reflects strong job placement in the Los Angeles metro area. Many Toros find work in business, education, and public service sectors that value the university's diverse, first-generation college population. Despite the modest 47% six-year graduation rate, those who complete their degrees see solid financial returns. This represents a strong return on investment for students willing to persist through completion.