Food Science and Technology

Bachelor's degree · California State University-Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA

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$52,806Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median 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 University-Los Angeles earn a median of $52,806 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).

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
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 Polytechnic University-Pomona
Pomona
$51,883$22,350
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 University-Los Angeles make?

The median salary is $52,806 one year after graduation.

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