Law
First professional degree · Capital University · Columbus, OH
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Capital University earn a median of $62,010 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 $106,377, about 172% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Law (First professional degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $77,868 | $91,529 |
| Case Western Reserve University Cleveland | $70,183 | $98,460 |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $64,805 | $71,500 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $60,967 | $66,694 |
| University of Toledo Toledo | $57,931 | $76,000 |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $57,386 | $71,000 |
| Ohio Northern University Ada | $55,402 | $61,500 |
Other programs at Capital University
- Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$81,663 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$70,365 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$62,806 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$60,405 - Business/Managerial EconomicsBachelor's degree
$59,203 - MarketingBachelor's degree
$50,572 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$50,362 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$47,811 - Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied CommunicationBachelor's degree
$45,235 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$44,344 - Special Education and TeachingBachelor's degree
$42,709 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$42,094 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$39,807 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherBachelor's degree
$38,266 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$36,709 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$34,041 - MusicBachelor's degree
$33,143 - CriminologyBachelor's degree
$32,984 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$32,597 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$28,183
Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Capital University make?
The median salary is $62,010 one year after graduation and $79,762 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $106,377.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.