All California State University-Fresno majors by area
- Science & Math · 15
- Social Sciences & Public Service · 14
- Humanities & Languages · 12
- Engineering · 10
- Health & Medicine · 10
- Business & Finance · 9
- Arts & Design · 5
- Communications & Media · 2
- Education · 2
- Technology & Computing · 2
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant Sciences | $60,443 | $77,034 | $13,000 |
| Food Science and Technology | $45,796 | $64,225 | $16,500 |
| Mathematics | — | $55,664 | — |
| Animal Sciences | $40,311 | $53,579 | $17,585 |
| Biology | $27,014 | $50,728 | $15,853 |
| Chemistry | $18,896 | $45,522 | $17,500 |
| Agriculture | — | — | — |
| Biochemistry | $26,380 | — | — |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | — | — | — |
| Cognitive Science | — | — | — |
| Environmental Science / Conservation | — | — | — |
| Geology / Earth Science | — | — | — |
| Physical Sciences | — | — | — |
| Physics | — | — | — |
| Statistics | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts / General Studies | $25,349 | $58,436 | $13,662 |
| History | $21,642 | $51,676 | $20,127 |
| Interdisciplinary Studies | $30,891 | $47,817 | $20,202 |
| English | $24,010 | $47,223 | $15,000 |
| Spanish / French / Romance Languages | $20,070 | $45,063 | $10,250 |
| Philosophy | $20,354 | $42,337 | $15,000 |
| Area Studies | — | — | — |
| Ethnic / Gender Studies | — | — | — |
| Linguistics | — | — | — |
| Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | — | — | — |
| Religious Studies | — | — | — |
| Writing | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | $59,672 | $108,038 | $25,875 |
| Computer Engineering | $75,101 | $103,896 | $30,486 |
| Construction Engineering Technology / Technician | $78,716 | $95,072 | $12,985 |
| Engineering-Related Technologies / Technicians | $78,518 | $90,353 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | $65,938 | $88,002 | $17,533 |
| Civil Engineering | $71,093 | $87,627 | $15,267 |
| Architecture | — | — | — |
| City / Urban, Community, and Regional Planning | — | — | — |
| Engineering | — | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies / Technicians | $42,807 | — | $10,518 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | $96,890 | $111,278 | $17,938 |
| Health Sciences | $43,134 | $76,268 | — |
| Nutrition Science | $23,211 | $73,522 | $11,375 |
| Allied Health (Imaging / Therapy / Tech) | $34,810 | $58,518 | — |
| Kinesiology / Exercise Science | $26,931 | $54,849 | $14,314 |
| Speech-Language Pathology / Communication Disorders | $22,463 | $51,835 | $17,336 |
| Public Health | $34,948 | $51,693 | $14,448 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $27,228 | $51,047 | $16,520 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | — | — | — |
| Rehabilitation / Therapy Sciences | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Business | $50,100 | $67,731 | $13,139 |
| Finance | $41,970 | $67,312 | $11,000 |
| Economics | — | $66,749 | $16,110 |
| Accounting | $46,555 | $65,200 | $15,544 |
| Human Resources | $43,848 | $64,479 | $15,745 |
| Business Administration | $42,657 | $64,133 | $15,845 |
| Marketing | $37,484 | $57,395 | $16,797 |
| International Business | $40,568 | $54,197 | $17,000 |
| Real Estate | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Art | $22,167 | $39,878 | $14,937 |
| Graphic / Interior / Fashion Design | $23,160 | $38,397 | $24,410 |
| Theatre | $18,082 | $34,320 | $12,456 |
| Dance | — | — | — |
| Music | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communications | $33,050 | $51,788 | $15,000 |
| Journalism | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education (Subject Teaching) | $27,211 | $62,475 | $15,000 |
| Education (Elementary / Secondary) | $24,425 | $45,819 | $15,000 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $53,566 | $71,490 | $17,775 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $39,954 | $62,256 | $13,570 |
College Scorecard field of study, latest release: median earnings of graduates who received federal aid, 1 and 4 years after graduating; median federal loan debt. — means too few graduates to report.
From major to career
Criminal Justice → Police officer
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 3.5% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: high school diploma or equivalent.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Communications → Public relations specialist
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 1.8% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: bachelor's degree.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Across all majors, former California State University-Fresno students earn a median $61,244 ten years after starting college, more than 43% of California colleges we cover. 57% graduate within six years.
California State University-Fresno majors questions
How many majors does California State University-Fresno offer?
California State University-Fresno offers 81 bachelor's majors across 10 areas; the most majors are in Science & Math and Social Sciences & Public Service.
What is the highest-paying major at California State University-Fresno?
Nursing graduates from California State University-Fresno earn a median $111,278 four years after graduating, the highest of the 52 majors with reported earnings. Their median debt is $17,938.
Which California State University-Fresno majors earn the least?
Among majors with reported earnings, Theatre graduates earn the least: a median $34,320 four years after graduating.
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Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (field of study); Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS, Employment Projections). Back to California State University-Fresno overview