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 | $80,287 | $106,203 | +32% |
| Villanova University | $130,913 | $155,335 | +19% |
| California State University-Northridge | $89,070 | $105,301 | +18% |
| Golden Gate University | $113,936 | $98,859 | -13% |
| California State University-Fullerton | $85,983 | $90,044 | +5% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Taxation masters's programs at peer institutions in California (9 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 | $80,287 | $106,203 | — | — |
 Golden Gate UniversitySan Francisco | $31,243 | $113,936 | $98,859 | — | — |
 California State University-NorthridgeNorthridge | $7,095 | $89,070 | $105,301 | — | — |
 California State University-FullertonFullerton | $7,073 | $85,983 | $90,044 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $79,313 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with taxation 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.