Law

First professional degree · Seattle University · Seattle, WA

CIP 22.01

$74,248Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$105,471Median earnings 4 years after
$96,708Median earnings 5 years after
$144,542Median federal debt
198Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Law at Seattle University earn a median of $74,248 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 $144,542, about 195% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Law (First professional degree) at other Washington schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle
$81,079$108,519
Gonzaga University
Spokane
$65,069$110,687

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Law graduates from Seattle University make?

The median salary is $74,248 one year after graduation and $96,708 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $144,542.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.