Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 93.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 92.9%
- Retention Rate
- 96.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $92,446
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $138/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $171,936 | |
| Law. | Doctoral | $142,470 | $155,891 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $128,868 | $13,674 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $125,388 | $13,750 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Master | $122,038 | |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $119,358 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Doctoral | $109,763 | |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Master | $92,632 | |
| Optometry. | Doctoral | $91,363 | $151,667 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master | $85,760 | |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Master | $83,177 | |
| Education, General. | Doctoral | $81,498 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $81,456 | $11,300 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $80,718 | $18,155 |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master | $79,875 |
Outcomes Overview
Berkeley graduates earn a median of $92,446 ten years after graduation, reflecting the university's strength in high-paying fields like technology and engineering. With a median debt of just $13,000, the debt-to-earnings ratio is an strong 14%, well below the national average of around 30%. Monthly loan payments of $138 represent only 1.5% of typical graduate income. The 90.7% employment rate demonstrates strong job market demand for Cal alumni. Many graduates enter Silicon Valley tech companies, consulting firms, and strong graduate programs. Berkeley's reputation for producing innovators and leaders, from Apple's Steve Wozniak to Google's Eric Schmidt, opens doors across industries. This represents a strong return on investment for a strong education.