Law
First professional degree · George Mason University · Fairfax, VA
$77,057Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$135,661Median earnings 4 years after
$127,882Median earnings 5 years after
$65,077Median federal debt
160Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at George Mason University earn a median of $77,057 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 $65,077, about 84% of first-year earnings.
Law (First professional degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $204,216 | $178,812 |
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $77,921 | $105,023 |
| Washington and Lee University Lexington | $77,253 | $97,335 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $66,704 | $100,229 |
| Regent University Virginia Beach | $59,604 | $85,898 |
| Appalachian School of Law Grundy | $33,989 | $123,970 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Law graduates from George Mason University make?
The median salary is $77,057 one year after graduation and $127,882 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $65,077.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.