Education 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 $73k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all education 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
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in California (62 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | $73,028 | $79,552 | — | — |
| Sonoma State University | $80,657 | $73,551 | — | — |
| California State University-San Marcos | $77,823 | $68,948 | — | — |
| California State University-Sacramento | $77,526 | $79,866 | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global | $75,971 | $81,724 | — | — |
| Notre Dame de Namur University | $75,756 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $56,157 | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoma State University Rohnert Park | $8,190 | $80,657 | — |
| California State University-San Marcos San Marcos | $7,739 | $77,823 | — |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $7,602 | $77,526 | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo | $12,520 | $75,971 | — |
| Notre Dame de Namur University Belmont | — | $75,756 | — |
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.