Curriculum and Instruction at University of San Diego
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of San Diego graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of San Diego graduates earn $58k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all curriculum and instruction 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 California
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in California (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | $57,559 | $61,906 | — | — |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $83,546 | $92,010 | — | — |
| California State University-Long Beach | $81,909 | — | — | — |
| California State University-Fresno | $71,819 | $71,666 | — | — |
| California State University-Los Angeles | $62,266 | — | — | — |
| La Sierra University | $62,077 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Other Curriculum and Instruction Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Irvine Irvine | $41,390 | $83,546 | — |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $7,008 | $81,909 | — |
| California State University-Fresno Fresno | $6,980 | $71,819 | — |
| California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $6,813 | $62,266 | — |
| La Sierra University Riverside | $35,910 | $62,077 | — |
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 San Diego, approximately 19% 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.