Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other

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

CIP 44.99

$163,956Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$140,115Median earnings 4 years after
$144,949Median earnings 5 years after
$51,250Median federal debt
16Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other at University of Southern California earn a median of $163,956 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $70,515 four years after graduating (middle half: $49,764–$97,521). Median debt is $51,250, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other (Master's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
California State University-Fullerton
Fullerton
$69,024—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other graduates from University of Southern California make?

The median salary is $163,956 one year after graduation and $144,949 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $51,250.

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