Special Education and Teaching

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

CIP 13.10

$58,147Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$72,559Median earnings 4 years after
$66,583Median earnings 5 years after
$98,855Median federal debt
24Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Special Education and Teaching at University of Southern California earn a median of $58,147 one year after completing the program. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $69,147 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,853–$82,489). Median debt is $98,855, about 170% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from University of Southern California make?

The median salary is $58,147 one year after graduation and $66,583 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $98,855.

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