Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
Master's degree · University of California-San Diego · La Jolla, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering at University of California-San Diego earn a median of $111,009 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $133,654 four years after graduating (middle half: $107,420–$171,817). Median debt is $34,311, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $197,300 | — |
| Stanford University Stanford | $159,472 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $126,936 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $119,390 | $40,304 |
| California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $102,356 | $24,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering graduates from University of California-San Diego make?
The median salary is $111,009 one year after graduation and $141,515 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $34,311.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.