Food Science and Technology

Bachelor's degree · California State Polytechnic University-Pomona · Pomona, CA

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$51,883Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$75,601Median earnings 4 years after
$75,173Median earnings 5 years after
$22,350Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Food Science and Technology at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona earn a median of $51,883 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $70,873 four years after graduating (middle half: $54,113–$88,238). Median debt is $22,350, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Food Science and Technology (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
California State University-Los Angeles
Los Angeles
$52,806—
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
$52,240$19,500
University of California-Davis
Davis
$52,084$14,666
California State University-Fresno
Fresno
$45,796$16,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Food Science and Technology graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona make?

The median salary is $51,883 one year after graduation and $75,173 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,350.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.