Law
First professional degree · Southern Methodist University · Dallas, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Southern Methodist University earn a median of $101,456 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 $145,569, about 143% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Law (First professional degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Houston Houston | $88,163 | $86,372 |
| 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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$115,893 - Systems EngineeringMaster's degree
$115,443 - Real EstateMaster's degree
$113,369 - Engineering-Related FieldsMaster's degree
$111,319 - Entrepreneurial and Small Business OperationsMaster's degree
$109,531 - Educational Administration and SupervisionDoctoral degree
$106,889 - MarketingMaster's degree
$99,698 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$93,679 - Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMaster's degree
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$83,159 - Applied MathematicsMaster's degree
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$76,759 - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$74,516 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$74,035
Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Southern Methodist University make?
The median salary is $101,456 one year after graduation and $146,572 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $145,569.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.