Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at San Diego State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How San Diego State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
San Diego State University graduates earn $41k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all rhetoric and composition/writing studies masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in California (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University | $41,328 | — | — | — |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | $70,010 | — | — | — |
| University of San Francisco | $51,069 | — | — | — |
| National University | $43,910 | $45,258 | — | — |
| Chapman University | $40,950 | $54,337 | — | — |
| San Francisco State University | $33,293 | $54,427 | — | — |
| National Median | $41,249 | — | — | — |
Other Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles | $48,132 | $70,010 | — |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $51,069 | — |
| National University San Diego | $13,320 | $43,910 | — |
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $40,950 | — |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $33,293 | — |
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 San Diego State University, approximately 31% 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.