City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning at University of Oregon
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Oregon graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Oregon graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all city/urban, community and regional planning masters 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 Oregon
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning masters's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (2 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon | $53,962 | $69,279 | — | — |
| Portland State University | $57,357 | $71,415 | — | — |
| National Median | $63,764 | — | — | — |
Other City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State University Portland | $11,238 | $57,357 | — |
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 Oregon, approximately 22% 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.