Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies

Master's degree · Boston University · Boston, MA

CIP 22.02

$113,679Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$156,087Median earnings 4 years after

$139,643Median earnings 5 years after

$61,150Median federal debt

214Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies at Boston University earn a median of $113,679 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $101,000 four years after graduating (middle half: $62,617–$153,946). Median debt is $61,150, about 54% of first-year earnings.

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Computer Software and Media ApplicationsMaster's degree$98,965
Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree$93,995
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Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMaster's degree$89,942
Mechanical EngineeringMaster's degree$88,228
Biomedical/Medical EngineeringMaster's degree$84,095
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Frequently asked questions

How much do Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies graduates from Boston University make?

The median salary is $113,679 one year after graduation and $139,643 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $61,150.

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