Public Policy Analysis at University of the Pacific
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Public Policy Analysis masters's programs at peer institutions in California (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of the Pacific | $58,420* | — | — | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $66,078* | $91,755 | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $64,952* | $86,507 | — | — |
| Pepperdine University | $63,804* | $88,181 | — | — |
| University of California-San Diego | $53,035* | — | — | — |
| University of California-Riverside | $40,275* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $61,558* | — | — | — |
Other Public Policy Analysis Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $66,078 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $64,952 | — |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $66,742 | $63,804 | — |
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $53,035 | — |
| University of California-Riverside Riverside | $14,170 | $40,275 | — |
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 the Pacific, approximately 34% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.