Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies at University of Southern California
Master's Degree
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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 | $68,058 | $54,448 | -20% |
| Duke University | $213,539 | $190,118 | -11% |
| Georgetown University | $130,394 | $142,966 | +10% |
| University of San Francisco | $122,124 | $119,924 | -2% |
| University of San Diego | $108,016 | $101,593 | -6% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in California (19 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 | $68,058 | $54,448 | — | — |
 University of San FranciscoSan Francisco | $58,222 | $122,124 | $119,924 | — | — |
 University of San DiegoSan Diego | $56,444 | $108,016 | $101,593 | — | — |
 Loyola Marymount UniversityLos Angeles | $58,974 | $107,961 | — | — | — |
 Golden Gate UniversitySan Francisco | $31,243 | $106,626 | — | — | — |
 University of California-Los AngelesLos Angeles | $13,747 | $91,677 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $79,830 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with legal research and advanced professional 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.