Industrial Engineering at University of San Diego
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of San Diego graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of San Diego graduates earn $81k, placing them in the 91th percentile of all industrial engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Industrial Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | $80,644 | — | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $87,807 | $114,688 | $18,250 | 0.21 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $87,226 | $103,886 | $19,691 | 0.23 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona | $75,110 | $86,122 | $25,000 | 0.33 |
| National Median | $74,709 | — | $24,889 | 0.33 |
Other Industrial Engineering Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $87,807 | $18,250 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $87,226 | $19,691 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona | $7,439 | $75,110 | $25,000 |
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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.