Law
First professional degree · American University · Washington, DC
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at American University earn a median of $73,725 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $107,773 four years after graduating (middle half: $75,568–$176,111). Median debt is $161,696, about 219% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Law (First professional degree) at other District of Columbia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University Washington | $168,995 | $162,286 |
| George Washington University Washington | $95,225 | $176,325 |
| Howard University Washington | $81,173 | $185,348 |
| The Catholic University of America Washington | $77,441 | $147,964 |
| University of the District of Columbia Washington | $59,595 | $110,258 |
Other programs at American University
- Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$99,051 - Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMaster's degree
$94,453 - EconomicsMaster's degree
$86,903 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$83,505 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$78,613 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$78,068 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchMaster's degree
$73,531 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$71,635 - Homeland SecurityMaster's degree
$70,939 - International Relations and National Security StudiesMaster's degree
$69,872 - Communication and Media StudiesMaster's degree
$68,299 - Public Policy AnalysisMaster's degree
$67,929 - Legal Research and Advanced Professional StudiesMaster's degree
$65,919 - International and Comparative EducationMaster's degree
$65,008 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$63,886 - Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied CommunicationMaster's degree
$63,727 - Peace Studies and Conflict ResolutionMaster's degree
$63,685 - Public HealthMaster's degree
$63,620 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsMaster's degree
$62,067 - Political Science and GovernmentMaster's degree
$60,976
Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from American University make?
The median salary is $73,725 one year after graduation and $112,063 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $161,696.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.