Public Policy Analysis
Master's degree · University of California-San Diego · La Jolla, CA
$53,035Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$33,242Median federal debt
62Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Policy Analysis at University of California-San Diego earn a median of $53,035 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $93,020 four years after graduating (middle half: $70,186–$121,540). Median debt is $33,242, about 63% of first-year earnings.
Public Policy Analysis (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $66,078 | $41,000 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $64,952 | $81,516 |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $63,804 | $60,660 |
| University of California-Riverside Riverside | $40,275 | $41,775 |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $38,262 | $41,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Policy Analysis graduates from University of California-San Diego make?
The median salary is $53,035 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $33,242.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.