Law
First professional degree · Southern Illinois University-Carbondale · Carbondale, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale earn a median of $54,507 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 $91,500, about 168% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Law (First professional degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $210,979 | $154,286 |
| University of Chicago Chicago | $199,603 | $188,691 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $83,184 | $119,367 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago | $73,249 | $97,727 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $68,344 | $131,463 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $57,561 | $75,688 |
| Trinity International University-Illinois Deerfield | $44,209 | $155,602 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale make?
The median salary is $54,507 one year after graduation and $75,561 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $91,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.