Law
First professional degree · University of Pennsylvania · Philadelphia, PA
$210,273Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$302,120Median earnings 4 years after
$290,543Median earnings 5 years after
$171,488Median federal debt
248Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at University of Pennsylvania earn a median of $210,273 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 $171,488, about 82% of first-year earnings.
Law (First professional degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Villanova University Villanova | $74,646 | $69,861 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $71,729 | $81,733 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $67,318 | $109,178 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $61,271 | $65,436 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,051 | $72,191 |
| Duquesne University Pittsburgh | $59,904 | $72,500 |
| Widener University Chester | $55,829 | $131,126 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from University of Pennsylvania make?
The median salary is $210,273 one year after graduation and $290,543 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $171,488.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.