Community Organization and Advocacy

Bachelor's degree · University of California-Santa Cruz · Santa Cruz, CA

CIP 44.02

$29,617Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,620Median earnings 4 years after
$52,240Median earnings 5 years after
$15,862Median federal debt
31Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Community Organization and Advocacy at University of California-Santa Cruz earn a median of $29,617 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,936 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,324–$67,543). Median debt is $15,862, about 54% of first-year earnings.

Community Organization and Advocacy (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
California State University-Dominguez Hills
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$41,991$16,250

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Community Organization and Advocacy graduates from University of California-Santa Cruz make?

The median salary is $29,617 one year after graduation and $52,240 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,862.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.