Law
First professional degree · Texas Southern University · Houston, TX
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,244Median earnings 3 years after
$83,014Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
149Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Texas Southern University earn a median of $59,244. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $107,773 four years after graduating (middle half: $75,568–$176,111).
Law (First professional degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $101,456 | $145,569 |
| 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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$26,291 - Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$20,655
Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from Texas Southern University make?
The median salary is $59,244 and $83,014 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.