Social Sciences, General
Bachelor's degree · California State University-Chico · Chico, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Sciences, General at California State University-Chico earn a median of $36,382 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $53,366 four years after graduating (middle half: $36,590–$72,257). Median debt is $13,987, about 38% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Social Sciences, General (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| California State University-Stanislaus Turlock | $39,149 | $14,752 |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $39,061 | $16,097 |
| California State University-San Marcos San Marcos | $37,446 | $15,000 |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $34,871 | $16,338 |
| California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside | $34,678 | $11,000 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $33,789 | — |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $23,704 | $20,081 |
| Whittier College Whittier | $20,660 | $24,937 |
| California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino | $18,893 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from California State University-Chico make?
The median salary is $36,382 one year after graduation and $50,545 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,987.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.