Genetics

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

CIP 26.08

$41,334Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$77,411Median earnings 4 years after

$78,152Median earnings 5 years after

$13,848Median federal debt

87Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Genetics at University of California-Davis earn a median of $41,334 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,076 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,367–$85,311). Median debt is $13,848, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $41,334 one year after graduation and $78,152 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,848.

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