Compare 16 Audiology/Audiologist. programs in California. Average earnings: $53,358.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Audiology/Audiologist programs tell a different story. Across 16 programs in California, earnings range from $22,567 to $64,107—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of The Pacific's Audiology program leads with graduates earning $64,107, well above the $53,358 state average. Biola University follows at $62,888, while San Diego State achieves $62,478 with a much larger cohort of 116 students—proving that program outcomes vary independently of institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. San Diego State graduates borrow $15,000 and face just a 5.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Cal State Northridge leads with an 11.6% family burden, keeping payments manageable on a $57,193 salary.
Highest program earnings: $64,107
Strong outcomes with 94.9% acceptance
5.2% payment burden | Excellent
11.6% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of The PacificPrivate | $64,107 | 21 | $19,500 | Excellent | $50,438 | High |
| #2 | Biola UniversityPrivate | $62,888 | 29 | $23,875 | Good | $50,726 | High |
| #3 | $62,478 | 116 | $15,000 | Excellent | $25,565 | Manageable | |
| #4 | University Of RedlandsPrivate | $59,432 | 54 | $26,000 | Good | $28,208 | Challenging |
| #5 | $59,051 | 53 | $14,289 | Excellent | $15,177 | Good | |
| #6 | $58,284 | 51 | $16,552 | Excellent | $17,585 | Manageable | |
| #7 | $57,406 | 143 | $15,000 | Excellent | $16,507 | Manageable | |
| #8 | $57,193 | 90 | $13,872 | Excellent | $13,522 | Good | |
| #9 | $55,866 | 62 | $15,371 | Excellent | $19,732 | Manageable | |
| #10 | $54,107 | 37 | $15,000 | Excellent | $20,820 | Manageable | |
| #11 | $53,815 | 155 | $13,750 | Excellent | $16,538 | Manageable | |
| #12 | $52,683 | 58 | $26,063 | Good | $31,387 | High | |
| #13 | $46,108 | 35 | $16,544 | Good | $15,738 | Challenging | |
| #14 | $45,525 | 115 | $14,505 | Good | $12,050 | Manageable | |
| #15 | $42,212 | 140 | $13,000 | Good | $12,526 | Challenging | |
| #16 | $22,567 | 53 | $17,350 | High | $18,031 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
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