Law

First professional degree · University of Minnesota-Twin Cities · Minneapolis, MN

CIP 22.01

$77,642Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$117,872Median earnings 4 years after
$108,654Median earnings 5 years after
$98,423Median federal debt
205Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities earn a median of $77,642 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 $98,423, about 127% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Law (First professional degree) at other Minnesota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Saint Paul
$67,268$101,761
University of St Thomas
Saint Paul
$65,744$74,968

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Law graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities make?

The median salary is $77,642 one year after graduation and $108,654 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $98,423.

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