Business/Managerial Economics
Bachelor's degree · University of California-Santa Cruz · Santa Cruz, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Business/Managerial Economics at University of California-Santa Cruz earn a median of $52,029 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $77,981 four years after graduating (middle half: $55,058–$106,683). Median debt is $16,519, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business/Managerial Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $83,604 | $17,332 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $54,546 | $12,917 |
| Westmont College Santa Barbara | $54,457 | $25,000 |
| Chapman University Orange | $54,064 | $22,977 |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $44,277 | $15,000 |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $38,967 | $18,329 |
| University of California-Riverside Riverside | $37,496 | $18,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business/Managerial Economics graduates from University of California-Santa Cruz make?
The median salary is $52,029 one year after graduation and $89,932 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,519.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.