Law

First professional degree · Saint Louis University · Saint Louis, MO

CIP 22.01

$71,391Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$93,029Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$99,458Median federal debt
183Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Saint Louis University earn a median of $71,391 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 $99,458, about 139% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Law (First professional degree) at other Missouri schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis
$87,690$92,540
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City
$60,766$97,000
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$59,716$73,501

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Law graduates from Saint Louis University make?

The median salary is $71,391 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $99,458.

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