Earnings Distribution
How University of Southern California graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | $58,871 | $57,964 | -2% |
| University of Pennsylvania | $204,927 | $287,792 | +40% |
| American Public University System | $84,526 | $90,955 | +8% |
| University of San Francisco | $47,476 | $74,331 | +57% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $28,661 | $53,055 | +85% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
International/Global Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in California (6 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles | $68,237 | $58,871 | $57,964 | — | — |
 University of San FranciscoSan Francisco | $58,222 | $47,476 | $74,331 | — | — |
 Concordia University-IrvineIrvine | $41,390 | $28,661 | $53,055 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $54,129 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with international/global studies graduates
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.