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University of California-Davis

Davis, California · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$58,461

Acceptance Rate

42%

Graduation Rate

86%

Annual Tuition

$15,247

At a Glance

Total Students

31,777

Retention Rate

93%

Faculty Ratio

21

Financial Aid

23%

Median Debt

$13,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

The University of California-Davis is a large public institution with an acceptance rate of 41.6%. The university enrolls 31,777 students. The retention rate is 93.4%, and the graduation rate is 85.7%. The median debt for graduates is $13,000, and 23.2% of students receive aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $41,123. Five years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $58,461, and ten years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $80,838. In-state tuition costs $15,247.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$58k

5 YEARS

$81k

10 YEARS

Top 16% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of California-Davis alumni earn a median salary of $41,123. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $58,461, and after ten years, the median salary is $80,838. The median debt for graduates is $13,000.

The university has a high retention rate of 93.4% and an 85.7% graduation rate. The university has a 41.6% acceptance rate. 23.2% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Davis, California

Davis, CA 95616-8678

University of California-Davis is located in Davis, California. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of California-Davis has an acceptance rate of 41.6%.