Law
First professional degree · Vanderbilt University · Nashville, TN
$156,307Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$196,797Median earnings 4 years after
$172,684Median earnings 5 years after
$139,857Median federal debt
200Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Vanderbilt University earn a median of $156,307 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 $139,857, about 89% of first-year earnings.
Law (First professional degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $65,905 | $61,500 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $52,464 | $92,250 |
| Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate | $46,511 | $108,228 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Vanderbilt University make?
The median salary is $156,307 one year after graduation and $172,684 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $139,857.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.