Educational Administration and Supervision at Pepperdine University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Pepperdine University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Pepperdine University graduates earn $107k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all educational administration and supervision doctoral programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Educational Administration and Supervision doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | $107,137 | $105,019 | — | — |
| San Diego State University | $140,159 | — | — | — |
| University of Redlands | $129,610 | — | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $127,213 | $116,776 | — | — |
| California State University-Fullerton | $125,308 | $127,831 | — | — |
| University of the Pacific | $118,174 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $94,220 | — | — | — |
Other Educational Administration and Supervision Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $140,159 | — |
| University of Redlands Redlands | $57,614 | $129,610 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $127,213 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $125,308 | — |
| University of the Pacific Stockton | $55,340 | $118,174 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Pepperdine University, approximately 20% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.