Zoology/Animal Biology
Bachelor's degree · University of California-Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara, CA
$37,633Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,727Median earnings 4 years after
$53,012Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
26Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Zoology/Animal Biology at University of California-Santa Barbara earn a median of $37,633 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $44,055 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,942–$58,785).
Zoology/Animal Biology (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $41,565 | $11,000 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata | $28,565 | $20,095 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Zoology/Animal Biology graduates from University of California-Santa Barbara make?
The median salary is $37,633 one year after graduation and $53,012 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.