Marine Sciences

Bachelor's degree · California State University-Monterey Bay · Seaside, CA

CIP 30.32

$27,268Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$59,782Median earnings 4 years after

$45,771Median earnings 5 years after

$17,149Median federal debt

84Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Marine Sciences at California State University-Monterey Bay earn a median of $27,268 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $52,667 four years after graduating (middle half: $35,959–$68,489). Median debt is $17,149, about 63% of first-year earnings.

Marine Sciences (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools

College	Earnings (1 yr)	Median debt
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo	$27,337	—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Marine Sciences graduates from California State University-Monterey Bay make?

The median salary is $27,268 one year after graduation and $45,771 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,149.

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