Human Resources Management and Services at University of Southern California
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Southern California graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Southern California graduates earn $95k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all human resources management and services masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Human Resources Management and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in California (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | $94,625 | — | — | — |
| University of San Francisco | $127,715 | $129,059 | — | — |
| Pepperdine University | $113,702 | — | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global | $75,678 | $81,108 | — | — |
| Golden Gate University | $75,191 | $116,514 | — | — |
| National University | $73,848 | $85,441 | — | — |
| National Median | $60,999 | — | — | — |
Other Human Resources Management and Services Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $127,715 | — |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $66,742 | $113,702 | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo | $12,520 | $75,678 | — |
| Golden Gate University San Francisco | $31,243 | $75,191 | — |
| National University San Diego | $13,320 | $73,848 | — |
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 Southern California, 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.