Gerontology at California State University-Sacramento
If you plan to study Gerontology, consider the program at California State University-Sacramento. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Sacramento is in Sacramento, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 10 gerontology graduations were recorded at California State University-Sacramento.
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Studying Online at California State University-Sacramento
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Sacramento. Of 31,943 students, 2,090 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,902 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Gerontology Rankings at California State University-Sacramento
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Sacramento’s Gerontology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | California | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #7 of 19 |
Earnings for Gerontology Graduates from California State University-Sacramento
Those who finish California State University-Sacramento’s Gerontology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,043 |
| 2 years | $34,942 |
| 3 years | $41,017 |
| 4 years | $51,149 |
| 5 years | $61,963 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Gerontology graduates from California State University-Sacramento report median earnings of $51,149, compared with $64,062 for all California State University-Sacramento graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Gerontology graduates from California State University-Sacramento stands at $21,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Gerontology graduates at California State University-Sacramento, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Gerontology graduates at California State University-Sacramento are 70% women (7) and 30% men (3).
Gerontology Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Sacramento
Of the 10 bachelor’s gerontology graduates at California State University-Sacramento, 70% were women (7) and 30% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Gerontology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Sacramento.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 90% of Gerontology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Sacramento, higher than the national average of 46%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Gerontology Concentrations at California State University-Sacramento
This Gerontology program at California State University-Sacramento breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Gerontology | 10 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Gerontology Graduates
Those who complete Gerontology program at California State University-Sacramento pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Gerontology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,510 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
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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