Public Administration at University of San Francisco
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of San Francisco graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of San Francisco graduates earn $88k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all public administration 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
Public Administration masters's programs at peer institutions in California (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Francisco | $87,976 | $104,363 | — | — |
| Golden Gate University | $91,136 | — | — | — |
| San Francisco State University | $85,122 | $100,510 | — | — |
| California State University-East Bay | $84,881 | $81,485 | — | — |
| California Baptist University | $79,952 | $79,662 | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $78,453 | $92,079 | — | — |
| National Median | $58,582 | — | — | — |
Other Public Administration Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate University San Francisco | $31,243 | $91,136 | — |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $85,122 | — |
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $7,055 | $84,881 | — |
| California Baptist University Riverside | $39,720 | $79,952 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $78,453 | — |
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 Francisco, 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.