Law
Doctoral degree · Cornell University · Ithaca, NY
$213,356Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$259,851Median earnings 4 years after
$273,248Median earnings 5 years after
$162,160Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Law at Cornell University earn a median of $213,356 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $105,518 four years after graduating (middle half: $75,697–$161,837). Median debt is $162,160, about 76% of first-year earnings.
Law (Doctoral degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Law School Albany | $65,381 | $93,800 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Cornell University make?
The median salary is $213,356 one year after graduation and $273,248 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $162,160.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.