Graphic Communications
Bachelor's degree · University of California-Santa Cruz · Santa Cruz, CA
$25,358Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,163Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,411Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Graphic Communications at University of California-Santa Cruz earn a median of $25,358 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $43,283 four years after graduating (middle half: $27,166–$64,326). Median debt is $20,411, about 80% of first-year earnings.
Graphic Communications (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Art Center College of Design Pasadena | $67,010 | $37,000 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $49,029 | $17,961 |
| University of Silicon Valley San Jose | $33,727 | $31,000 |
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $27,481 | $31,125 |
| California College of the Arts San Francisco | $26,481 | $26,899 |
| Laguna College of Art and Design Laguna Beach | $17,941 | $27,000 |
| Los Angeles Film School Hollywood | $15,529 | $33,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Graphic Communications graduates from University of California-Santa Cruz make?
The median salary is $25,358 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,411.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.