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Best Mathematics Schools in California

California has 24 colleges offering Mathematics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 843 recent graduates. Graduates in California earn $41,522 on average within two years — 9% below the national average of $45,449. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: Northeastern University Oakland graduates earn $64,196 while University of Redlands graduates earn $28,236 — a $35,960 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

24
Schools in CA
$41,522
CA Avg. Earnings
$45,449
National Avg.
358
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mathematics in California

Public Schools (20)
$40,586
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (4)
$46,203
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $5,617 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Mathematics Schools in California, Ranked by Earnings

#1
N

Northeastern University Oakland

Oakland, CA · Private

$64,196
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $69,773
Graduates: 37
Acceptance: 16.5%
#2
O

Occidental College

Los Angeles, CA · Private

$57,318
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $46,705
Graduates: 17
Acceptance: 39.9%
#3
C

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo, CA · Public

$55,512
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $46,729
Graduates: 24
Acceptance: 29.8%
#4
U

University of California-Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA · Public

$53,775
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $50,739
Graduates: 60
Acceptance: 8.7%
#5
U

University of California-Berkeley

Berkeley, CA · Public

$52,107
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $47,541
Graduates: 63
Acceptance: 11.7%
#6
S

Sonoma State University

Rohnert Park, CA · Public

$49,436
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 94.7%
#7
C

California State University-Northridge

Northridge, CA · Public

$47,260
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $45,014
Graduates: 17
Acceptance: 93.2%
#8
U

University of California-Irvine

Irvine, CA · Public

$47,260
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $37,993
Graduates: 59
Acceptance: 25.6%
#9
U

University of California-Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, CA · Public

$44,835
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $41,219
Graduates: 72
Acceptance: 27.8%
#10
C

California State University-Fresno

Fresno, CA · Public

$41,193
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $23,239
Graduates: 16
Acceptance: 96.4%
#11
U

University of California-San Diego

La Jolla, CA · Public

$39,729
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $40,222
Graduates: 83
Acceptance: 24.5%
#12
C

California State University-Long Beach

Long Beach, CA · Public

$39,009
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $23,769
Graduates: 21
Acceptance: 47.1%
#13
C

California State University-Sacramento

Sacramento, CA · Public

$38,289
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $37,170
Graduates: 36
Acceptance: 93.6%
#14
C

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

Pomona, CA · Public

$37,856
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $32,262
Graduates: 69
Acceptance: 73.7%
#15
C

California State University-Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA · Public

$35,276
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 91.9%
#16
C

California State University-San Bernardino

San Bernardino, CA · Public

$35,274
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $28,772
Graduates: 55
Acceptance: 98.3%
#17
C

Chapman University

Orange, CA · Private

$35,060
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 55.6%
#18
S

San Francisco State University

San Francisco, CA · Public

$33,993
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 96.2%
#19
C

California State University-Monterey Bay

Seaside, CA · Public

$33,993
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $37,318
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 94.8%
#20
C

California State University-Chico

Chico, CA · Public

$32,925
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 93.7%
#21
U

University of California-Davis

Davis, CA · Public

$32,925
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $43,801
Graduates: 44
Acceptance: 41.6%
#22
U

University of California-Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, CA · Public

$31,941
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $30,252
Graduates: 46
Acceptance: 62.5%
#23
U

University of California-Riverside

Riverside, CA · Public

$29,141
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $23,826
Graduates: 104
Acceptance: 63.3%
#24
U

University of Redlands

Redlands, CA · Private

$28,236
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 80.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mathematics in California?
Northeastern University Oakland ranks #1 for Mathematics in California with median graduate earnings of $64,196 within two years of graduation. There are 24 schools offering Mathematics programs in the state.
How much do Mathematics graduates earn in California?
Mathematics graduates in California earn an average of $41,522 within two years of graduation. This is 9% below the national average of $45,449 for this major.
What is the hardest Mathematics school to get into in California?
University of California-Los Angeles is the most selective Mathematics program in California with an acceptance rate of 8.7%. The average acceptance rate across Mathematics programs in the state is 60.9%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Mathematics in California?
In California, private Mathematics programs produce average earnings of $46,203 vs $40,586 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 20 public and 4 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in California

Construction Management $81,700 Construction Engineering $81,610 Construction Engineering Technologies $76,343 Engineering, General $76,184 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $75,984 Manufacturing Engineering $73,841 Engineering-Related Fields $73,096 Computer Science $72,889
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.