Computer Software and Media Applications

Master's degree · University of Southern California · Los Angeles, CA

CIP 11.08

$134,800Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$179,055Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$63,625Median federal debt
110Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Computer Software and Media Applications at University of Southern California earn a median of $134,800 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $120,083 four years after graduating (middle half: $84,035–$163,199). Median debt is $63,625, about 47% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Computer Software and Media Applications (Master's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Academy of Art University
San Francisco
$55,139$71,352

Highest-paying Computer Software and Media Applications programs nationwide →

Other programs at University of Southern California

Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Software and Media Applications graduates from University of Southern California make?

The median salary is $134,800 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $63,625.

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