Plant Sciences at California State University-Chico
What traits are you looking for in a school for Plant Sciences, consider the program at California State University-Chico. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Chico sits in Chico, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 33 plant sciences graduations were recorded at California State University-Chico.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Chico
Distance learning is available at California State University-Chico. Among 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) studied exclusively online and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at California State University-Chico
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Chico’s Plant Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 11 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from California State University-Chico
Those who finish California State University-Chico’s Plant Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,556 |
| 2 years | $45,181 |
| 3 years | $50,264 |
| 4 years | $61,533 |
| 5 years | $70,548 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Plant Sciences graduates from California State University-Chico report median earnings of $61,533, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Plant Sciences graduates from California State University-Chico comes in at $15,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Plant Sciences graduates at California State University-Chico, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Plant Sciences graduates at California State University-Chico are 36% women (12) and 64% men (21).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Among the 33 bachelor’s plant sciences graduates at California State University-Chico, 36% were women (12) and 64% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 52% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, above the national average of 22%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Plant Sciences Concentrations at California State University-Chico
This Plant Sciences program at California State University-Chico offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agronomy & Crop Science | 33 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Plant Sciences program at California State University-Chico work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Plant Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.