University of California-Santa Barbara — Santa Barbara, CA
at University of California-Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara, CA
Solid pick
Many math majors pursue graduate degrees or actuarial certification. The high earning potential of advanced math careers isn't captured in early salary data.
Listed Price
$36,776/yr
Starting Salary
$41,219
Finish Rate
85.3%
$36,776/yr
Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid
Students on financial aid pay $13,825/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $22,951/yr)
4 Years Total
$147,104
Typical Debt
$13,993
Interest You'd Owe
+$5,099
What You'd Really Pay
$60,399
That's about $159/month for 10 years after you graduate
Pays for Itself In
5.4 yrs
Salary Boost
+37%
Ahead After 10 Years
$351,791
Do you earn enough to justify the price?
How fast do you earn back what you spent?
How much more than skipping college?
Will you actually finish?
Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.
Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.