Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies

First professional degree · Thomas M Cooley Law School · Lansing, MI

CIP 22.02

$76,326Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$89,975Median earnings 4 years after
$84,113Median earnings 5 years after
$199,224Median federal debt
—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies at Thomas M Cooley Law School earn a median of $76,326 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $106,836 four years after graduating (middle half: $70,638–$171,229). Median debt is $199,224, about 261% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Other programs at Thomas M Cooley Law School

  • LawFirst professional degree$45,431

Frequently asked questions

How much do Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies graduates from Thomas M Cooley Law School make?

The median salary is $76,326 one year after graduation and $84,113 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $199,224.

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