Materials Engineering
Bachelor's degree · California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo · San Luis Obispo, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Materials Engineering at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo earn a median of $74,496 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $91,449 four years after graduating (middle half: $76,710–$109,151). Median debt is $17,000, about 23% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Materials Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Davis Davis | $74,110 | $18,777 |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $58,177 | $7,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Materials Engineering graduates from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo make?
The median salary is $74,496 one year after graduation and $107,726 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.