The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
EarningsPlus compares student earnings after college against a benchmark of all students with the same graduate degree, adjusting for the in-state / out-of-state composition of the student body.
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Best graduate schools for early childhood education in California
Education master’s graduates in California earn a weighted average salary of $52,204 3 years after graduation, placing them in the top 25% nationally.
Our education graduate rankings cover 15 of the 29 programs available in California, accounting for 80% of total student graduates. We only include schools with sufficient earnings and/or debt data.
Cost of living is not considered when comparing states.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$61,255
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.1
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$7,905
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in California|#55 in Early childhood education nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$54,126
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.9
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$49,000
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#3 in California|#77 in Early childhood education nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$46,478
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings1.0
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$45,675
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$38,289
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earningsN/A
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
DebtN/A
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
How long does it take to pay down debt in early childhood education in California?
Years
Under a year
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in early childhood education is covered by average graduate earnings in under a year.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in early childhood education earn in California?
Salary
$52,204
The median master's degree in early childhood education graduate earns $52,204 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in early childhood education cost in California?
Net cost
$25,363
The average annual cost of a master's degree in early childhood education is $25,363. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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