Public Policy Analysis

Graduate certificate · University of Southern California · Los Angeles, CA

CIP 44.05

$67,461Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$89,003Median earnings 4 years after
$95,677Median earnings 5 years after
$85,385Median federal debt
110Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Public Policy Analysis at University of Southern California earn a median of $67,461 one year after completing the program. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $80,781 four years after graduating (middle half: $64,036–$99,658). Median debt is $85,385, about 127% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Policy Analysis graduates from University of Southern California make?

The median salary is $67,461 one year after graduation and $95,677 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $85,385.

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