Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 92.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 92.0%
- Retention Rate
- 96.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $92,498
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $191/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences. | Certificate | $187,234 | $252,481 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $163,225 | $96,260 |
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other. | Master | $135,393 | $51,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $131,090 | $77,686 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $126,683 | $234,278 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Certificate | $122,038 | |
| Real Estate Development. | Master | $122,038 | |
| Marketing. | Certificate | $117,572 | $95,362 |
| Computer Science. | Master | $116,083 | $51,250 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $112,319 | $232,660 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $109,763 | $283,763 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor | $108,649 | |
| Systems Engineering. | Master | $106,421 | |
| Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management. | Certificate | $104,192 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $103,514 | $99,714 |
Outcomes Overview
USC graduates earn a median of $92,498 ten years after graduation, placing them well above the national average for college graduates. The typical monthly loan payment of $191 represents just 2.5% of median earnings, making debt highly manageable. With median debt of only $18,000, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.19 ranks among the best for private universities. The Trojan network opens doors in entertainment, tech, and business across Los Angeles and beyond. Nearly 92% of graduates find employment within six months of graduation. Film school alumni command premium salaries in Hollywood, while business graduates land coveted roles at major corporations. USC delivers a strong return on investment through high earnings and reasonable debt loads.