Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 76.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 76.6%
- Retention Rate
- 88.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,699
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $17,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 23:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 66.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $186/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education, General. | Doctoral | $79,838 | |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $69,617 | $25,083 |
| Psychology, General. | Doctoral | $69,338 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,076 | $19,250 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Master | $63,005 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Doctoral | $60,839 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $60,320 | $76,013 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $59,912 | $21,000 |
| Education, General. | Master | $58,568 | $25,601 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $49,464 | $17,182 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor | $49,214 | $19,954 |
| Chemistry. | Doctoral | $48,432 | |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $18,068 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Master | $40,461 | $48,635 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,087 | $16,500 |
Outcomes Overview
UC Riverside graduates earn a median salary of $67,699 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-income ratio with typical debt of $17,500. Monthly loan payments of $186 represent just 3.3% of median earnings, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 90.4% employment rate reflects strong job placement in California's growing inland economy. Many graduates find opportunities in healthcare, education, and business throughout the Inland Empire and greater Los Angeles area. UCR's diverse alumni network and research connections open doors across industries. With relatively low debt and solid earning potential in an affordable region, UC Riverside delivers a strong return on investment.