Law
First professional degree · University of Houston · Houston, TX
$88,163Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$135,984Median earnings 4 years after
$123,404Median earnings 5 years after
$86,372Median federal debt
271Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at University of Houston earn a median of $88,163 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 $86,372, about 98% of first-year earnings.
Law (First professional degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $101,456 | $145,569 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $75,674 | $71,446 |
| South Texas College of Law Houston Houston | $73,069 | $142,976 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $72,448 | $86,163 |
| St. Mary's University San Antonio | $61,615 | $145,002 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from University of Houston make?
The median salary is $88,163 one year after graduation and $123,404 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $86,372.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.