Law
First professional degree · University of the District of Columbia · Washington, DC
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at University of the District of Columbia earn a median of $59,595 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 $110,258, about 185% 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 |
| American University Washington | $73,725 | $161,696 |
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$73,555 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$71,998 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$65,524 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$61,610 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$56,431 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$49,935 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$45,973 - Human Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$44,819 - Non-Professional Legal StudiesBachelor's degree
$43,778 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$35,894 - Business Operations Support and Assistant ServicesAssociate's degree
$57,391 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$84,616 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$58,850 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's degree
$15,243 - Legal Professions and Studies, OtherAssociate's degree
$50,792 - Education, GeneralAssociate's degree
$36,817
Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from University of the District of Columbia make?
The median salary is $59,595 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $110,258.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.