Biotechnology

Bachelor's degree · University of California-Davis · Davis, CA

CIP 26.12

$59,156Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$87,406Median earnings 4 years after
$93,489Median earnings 5 years after
$12,843Median federal debt
75Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biotechnology at University of California-Davis earn a median of $59,156 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $67,097 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,671–$88,980). Median debt is $12,843, about 22% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Biotechnology (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Pomona
$60,697$17,562
California State University-San Marcos
San Marcos
$49,615$16,500
California State University-Northridge
Northridge
$42,712$20,618

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Biotechnology graduates from University of California-Davis make?

The median salary is $59,156 one year after graduation and $93,489 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,843.

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