Legal Support Services
Associate's degree · South Texas College · McAllen, TX
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$14,086Median earnings 3 years after
$32,808Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
22Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Legal Support Services at South Texas College earn a median of $14,086. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $44,669 four years after graduating (middle half: $29,687–$60,138).
Legal Support Services (Associate's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Community College District Austin | $46,216 | $14,000 |
| Tarrant County College District Fort Worth | $38,404 | — |
| Dallas College Dallas | $33,381 | $13,248 |
| Center for Advanced Legal Studies Houston | $27,585 | $20,000 |
| Remington College-Dallas Campus Dallas | $24,616 | $20,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Legal Support Services graduates from South Texas College make?
The median salary is $14,086 and $32,808 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.