Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 69.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 69.2%
- Retention Rate
- 85.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $62,951
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 22:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 70.2%
- 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. | Doctoral | $157,680 | $40,710 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $114,595 | $41,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $110,241 | $61,302 |
| Computer Engineering. | Master | $94,408 | $34,066 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master | $86,129 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $86,042 | $12,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $80,779 | $32,033 |
| Computer Science. | Master | $78,971 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Master | $78,343 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $76,325 | $27,925 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master | $74,017 | |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | Master | $71,015 | $20,500 |
| Taxation. | Master | $71,015 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Master | $70,176 | $12,168 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $68,499 |
Outcomes Overview
Cal State Fullerton graduates earn a median salary of $62,951 ten years after leaving school, while carrying typical debt of $13,750. That debt-to-income ratio of 22% sits well below the dangerous 30% threshold that financial experts warn about. Monthly loan payments of $146 eat up just 2.8% of a typical graduate's income, making repayment manageable even in expensive Orange County. The school's strong business and engineering programs feed directly into Southern California's aerospace, tech, and entertainment industries, where many Titans find work. With 93% of graduates employed and relatively low debt burdens, Cal State Fullerton delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career preparation.