Law
Doctoral degree · Pepperdine University · Malibu, CA
$79,243Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$126,561Median earnings 4 years after
$125,875Median earnings 5 years after
$154,886Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Law at Pepperdine University earn a median of $79,243 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $105,518 four years after graduating (middle half: $75,697–$161,837). Median debt is $154,886, about 195% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Law (Doctoral degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $53,016 | $182,582 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Pepperdine University make?
The median salary is $79,243 one year after graduation and $125,875 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $154,886.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.