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Pharmacology and Toxicology at University of California-Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, CA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $39,421/yr (11% vs median)

AI Risk High (46% exposed)

Job Market Large (89,200 openings/yr)

ROI 15.3x earnings multiple (5.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #1 of 5 Pharmacology and Toxicology programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Pharmacology and Toxicology graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$942K	$914K	$771K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	15.7x	15.3x	12.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.2x	5.0x	4.2x
Probability of Field Employment	53%	50%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	59	58	56

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$59,860

Out-of-state: $182,968 (5.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$55,300

8% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$14,500

4.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$97,773

148% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $39,421 at University of California-Santa Barbara come in 11% above the national median of $35,404 for Pharmacology and Toxicology programs.

With a 15.3x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 18% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Pharmacology and Toxicology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

With first-year pay of $39,421 far exceeding the $14,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Pharmacology and Toxicology is offered at just 5 schools in our analysis. University of California-Santa Barbara's #1 ranking should be read in that context.

The $39,421-to-$97,773 earnings arc over five years reflects a 148% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of California-Santa Barbara

University of California-Santa Barbara accepts 28% of applicants — selective, though not ultra-competitive, serving a student body of 23,205 in Santa Barbara, CA.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists $100,590/yr

View all 10 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 58/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Pharmacology and Toxicology at University of California-Santa Barbara?

At 58/100, University of California-Santa Barbara's Pharmacology and Toxicology program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Pharmacology and Toxicology at University of California-Santa Barbara?

The 46% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is University of California-Santa Barbara one of the best schools for Pharmacology and Toxicology?

Among 5 Pharmacology and Toxicology programs, University of California-Santa Barbara's #1 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →