Security Science and Technology

Master's degree · University of San Diego · San Diego, CA

CIP 43.04

$97,944Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$137,533Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$48,077Median federal debt
56Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Security Science and Technology at University of San Diego earn a median of $97,944 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,399 four years after graduating (middle half: $62,177–$114,337). Median debt is $48,077, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Security Science and Technology (Master's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
California State University-Los Angeles
Los Angeles
$66,598$17,079
University of California-Davis
Davis
$65,299—
National University
San Diego
$50,462$34,433

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Security Science and Technology graduates from University of San Diego make?

The median salary is $97,944 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $48,077.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.