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Best Biology Schools in California
Top Biology programs in California ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 47
Avg major earnings: $61,159
Top Biology Programs in California
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UCLA #6 national | $55,250 |
| 2 | USC #26 national | $51,077 |
| 3 | UC Berkeley #36 national | $61,867 |
| 4 | UC Davis #40 national | $56,137 |
| 5 | UC Irvine #47 national | $48,182 |
| 6 | UC Santa Barbara #48 national | $57,735 |
| 7 | Cal Poly SLO #52 national | $63,237 |
| 8 | Santa Clara University #54 national | N/A |
| 9 | UC San Diego #57 national | $56,216 |
| 10 | UC Santa Cruz #99 national | $52,707 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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