Law
Northern Illinois University · Dekalb, IL
The Law program at Northern Illinois University awards a First Professional degree. Graduates earn a median salary of $78,459 four years after completion. Graduates typically enter roles like Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates, Lawyers, and Law Teachers, Postsecondary. The median salary for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates is $148,910. This program holds accreditation from American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar. Approximately 90 students completed this program in the most recent reporting year.
First Professional
Median Earnings (4yr)
$78,459
Completers
90
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $148,910 | Not reported | 24,470 |
| Lawyers | $145,760 | 4% | 731,340 |
| Law Teachers, Postsecondary | $127,360 | Not reported | 14,570 |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | $111,090 | Not reported | 14,670 |
| Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators | $71,540 | 4% | 7,060 |
Show 1 more related occupations
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judicial Law Clerks | $57,490 | Not reported | 14,680 |
Program Accreditation
- American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar (Accredited)
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$13,248
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,248
Graduation Rate
49.2%
Total Enrollment
11,301
Same Program at Other Institutions
- Columbia University in the City of New York — $308,943
- University of Pennsylvania — $302,120
- Harvard University — $291,490
- Northwestern University — $291,132
- University of Virginia-Main Campus — $284,309