Legal Support Services

Associate's degree · Des Moines Area Community College · Ankeny, IA

CIP 22.03

$49,137Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,924Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$8,175Median federal debt
13Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Legal Support Services at Des Moines Area Community College earn a median of $49,137 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $44,669 four years after graduating (middle half: $29,687–$60,138). Median debt is $8,175, about 17% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Legal Support Services graduates from Des Moines Area Community College make?

The median salary is $49,137 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $8,175.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.