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 master's in reading and literacy in California
Education (subject specific) master’s graduates in California earn a weighted average salary of $61,766 3 years after graduation, placing them in the top 10% nationally.
Our education (subject specific) graduate rankings cover 5 of the 12 programs available in California, accounting for 72% 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$81,726
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.3
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$25,867
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in California|#12 in Reading and literacy 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$74,608
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
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$27,587
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
How long does it take to pay down debt in reading and literacy in California?
Years
1 year
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in reading and literacy is covered by average graduate earnings in 1 year.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in reading and literacy earn in California?
Salary
$61,766
The median master's degree in reading and literacy graduate earns $61,766 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in reading and literacy cost in California?
Net cost
$26,033
The average annual cost of a master's degree in reading and literacy is $26,033. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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