Biology, General
Master's degree · University of California-San Diego · La Jolla, CA
$44,139Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$87,940Median earnings 4 years after
$70,882Median earnings 5 years after
$24,482Median federal debt
106Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Biology, General at University of California-San Diego earn a median of $44,139 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $69,830 four years after graduating (middle half: $50,928–$96,355). Median debt is $24,482, about 55% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $67,422 | — |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $59,935 | — |
| California State University-Fresno Fresno | $55,084 | — |
| California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $52,845 | — |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $49,839 | — |
| California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata | $46,625 | — |
| Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science Los Angeles | $29,508 | $60,356 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from University of California-San Diego make?
The median salary is $44,139 one year after graduation and $70,882 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,482.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.