Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How University of California-Los Angeles graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles | $66,078 | $91,755 | +39% |
| Harvard University | $87,444 | $109,723 | +25% |
| Georgetown University | $83,403 | $99,796 | +20% |
| Pepperdine University | $63,804 | $88,181 | +38% |
| University of Southern California | $64,952 | $86,507 | +33% |
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Public Policy Analysis masters's programs at peer institutions in California (16 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of California-Los AngelesLos Angeles | $13,747 | $66,078 | $91,755 | — | — |
 University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles | $68,237 | $64,952 | $86,507 | — | — |
 Pepperdine UniversityMalibu | $66,742 | $63,804 | $88,181 | — | — |
 University of California-San DiegoLa Jolla | $15,265 | $53,035 | — | — | — |
 University of California-RiversideRiverside | $14,170 | $40,275 | — | — | — |
 University of California-IrvineIrvine | $14,237 | $38,262 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $61,558 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with public policy analysis graduates
Political Scientists
Medical and Health Services Managers
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Education Teachers, Postsecondary
Legislators
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
Social Science Research Assistants
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- University of Southern California$64,952
- Pepperdine University$63,804
- University of California-San Diego$53,035
- University of California-Riverside$40,275
- University of California-Irvine$38,262
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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 University of California-Los Angeles, approximately 27% 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.