Law
Southern Methodist University · Dallas, TX
Students in the Law program at Southern Methodist University pursue a First Professional degree. Graduates earn a median salary of $153,614 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 221 students completed this program in the most recent reporting year.
First Professional
Median Earnings (4yr)
$153,614
Completers
221
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
$67,040
Out-of-State Tuition
$67,040
Graduation Rate
83.8%
Total Enrollment
7,277
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