Law
First professional degree · Hofstra University · Hempstead, NY
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Hofstra University earn a median of $69,677 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 $163,347, about 234% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Law (First professional degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $220,843 | $198,924 |
| Fordham University Bronx | $170,942 | $147,561 |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $82,812 | $112,017 |
| Brooklyn Law School Brooklyn | $79,481 | $96,951 |
| Yeshiva University New York | $76,957 | $101,500 |
| New York Law School New York | $76,166 | $142,500 |
| CUNY School of Law Long Island City | $73,397 | $81,666 |
| Pace University New York | $67,469 | $94,737 |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $67,081 | $113,050 |
| University at Buffalo Buffalo | $64,220 | $94,242 |
| Touro University New York | $61,293 | $132,011 |
Other programs at Hofstra University
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$107,388 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$106,517 - Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyDoctoral degree
$94,561 - TaxationMaster's degree
$80,280 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$76,264 - MedicineFirst professional degree
$74,616 - Legal Research and Advanced Professional StudiesMaster's degree
$74,178 - MarketingMaster's degree
$71,071 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$71,049 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesMaster's degree
$70,407 - Engineering ScienceBachelor's degree
$68,433 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$68,256 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$66,346 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$65,641 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$64,796 - Public HealthMaster's degree
$64,443 - Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyMaster's degree
$63,180 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$58,155
Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Hofstra University make?
The median salary is $69,677 one year after graduation and $108,159 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $163,347.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.