# Marine Sciences (bachelor's degree)

CIP 30.32. Page: https://educationguide.com/degrees/marine-sciences

## Earnings
- Graduates 4 years after finishing: median $53,037 across 2 colleges (middle half $46,292–$59,782); median federal debt $22,400
- All workers ages 25-34 with a bachelor's in Oceanography: median $58,770 (all bachelor's $62,049; high school $35,638; Census ACS 2020-2024)

## Jobs graduates hold (ages 25-34)
| Job | Share | U.S. median wage | Growth 2025-35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary Teachers | 7% | $82,250 | 6% |
| Bus Drivers, School | 5% | $47,920 | 0.7% |
| Other Managers | 4% | not reported | — |
| Nursing Assistants | 3% | $42,260 | 2.6% |
| Biological Scientists | 3% | $99,760 | 6.7% |
| Teaching Assistants | 3% | $37,010 | 0% |
| Customer Service Representatives | 3% | $44,770 | -5.3% |
| Elementary And Middle School Teachers | 3% | $64,170 | -0.4% |

## By state
| State | Graduates 4 yrs (colleges) | Ages 25-34 (respondents) |
|---|---|---|

## Top colleges by graduate earnings (published states)
1. California State University-Monterey Bay (CA): $59,782

Method: https://educationguide.com/how-we-score#degrees

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