Urban Studies at California State University-Northridge
What traits are you looking for in a school for Urban Studies, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Northridge. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Northridge is located in Northridge, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 29 urban studies degrees were granted at California State University-Northridge.
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Studying Online at California State University-Northridge
Distance learning is available at California State University-Northridge. Among 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) studied exclusively online and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Urban Studies Rankings at California State University-Northridge
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Northridge’s Urban Studies program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #17 of 43 |
Earnings for Urban Studies Graduates from California State University-Northridge
Graduates of California State University-Northridge’s Urban Studies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,144 |
| 2 years | $40,647 |
| 3 years | $52,679 |
| 4 years | $63,319 |
| 5 years | $70,696 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Urban Studies graduates from California State University-Northridge take home a median $63,319, compared with $62,574 for all California State University-Northridge graduates — about 1% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Urban Studies graduates from California State University-Northridge is $13,612.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Urban Studies graduates at California State University-Northridge, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Urban Studies graduates at California State University-Northridge are 31% women (9) and 69% men (20).
Urban Studies Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 29 bachelor’s urban studies degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 31% were women (9) and 69% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Urban Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 72% of Urban Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, above the national average of 51%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Urban Studies Concentrations at California State University-Northridge
The Urban Studies program at California State University-Northridge breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 29 |
Top-Paying Careers for Urban Studies Graduates
Those who complete Urban Studies program at California State University-Northridge pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Urban Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Sociologists | $74,866 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $66,890 |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other | $47,617 |
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.
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