Research and Experimental Psychology
Bachelor's degree · University of California-San Diego · La Jolla, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Research and Experimental Psychology at University of California-San Diego earn a median of $23,420 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,695 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,073–$76,465). Median debt is $14,814, about 63% of first-year earnings.
Research and Experimental Psychology (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $34,450 | $12,280 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $34,431 | $14,500 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $32,301 | $12,866 |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $29,830 | $13,000 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $27,748 | $16,570 |
| California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino | $26,697 | $18,125 |
| University of California-Riverside Riverside | $25,654 | $17,746 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Research and Experimental Psychology graduates from University of California-San Diego make?
The median salary is $23,420 one year after graduation and $70,223 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,814.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.