Urban & Regional Planning at University of Southern California
If you are interested in studying Urban & Regional Planning, consider the program at University of Southern California. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Southern California is located in Los Angeles, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 62 urban & regional planning degrees were awarded at University of Southern California.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Southern California
Distance learning is available at University of Southern California. Of 46,566 students, 6,077 (13%) studied exclusively online and 9,437 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Urban & Regional Planning Rankings at University of Southern California
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern California’s Urban & Regional Planning program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #7 of 61 |
| Best Value | California | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #54 of 60 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #7 of 61 |
| Best Value | California | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #54 of 60 |
Earnings for Urban & Regional Planning Graduates from University of Southern California
Graduates of University of Southern California’s Urban & Regional Planning program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,621 |
| 2 years | $63,501 |
| 3 years | $75,514 |
| 4 years | $80,457 |
| 5 years | $93,127 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Urban & Regional Planning graduates from University of Southern California report median earnings of $80,457, compared with $101,273 for all University of Southern California graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Urban & Regional Planning graduates at University of Southern California, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Urban & Regional Planning graduates at University of Southern California are 66% women (41) and 34% men (21).
Urban & Regional Planning Master’s Program at University of Southern California
Of the 59 master’s urban & regional planning graduates at University of Southern California, 66% were women (39) and 34% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Urban & Regional Planning master’s degree recipients at University of Southern California.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Asian | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 22 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 32% of Urban & Regional Planning master’s degree recipients at University of Southern California, below the national average of 34%.*
Urban & Regional Planning Doctoral Program at University of Southern California
Of the 3 doctoral urban & regional planning degrees awarded at University of Southern California, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Urban & Regional Planning doctoral degree recipients at University of Southern California.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 67% of Urban & Regional Planning doctoral degree recipients at University of Southern California, higher than the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Urban & Regional Planning Concentrations at University of Southern California
The Urban & Regional Planning program at University of Southern California offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Urban & Regional Planning | 62 |
Best-Paid Careers for Urban & Regional Planning Graduates
Students who finish Urban & Regional Planning program at University of Southern California go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Urban & Regional Planning graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $66,890 |
| Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,757 |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other | $47,617 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.