Law at University of South Dakota

Professional degree graduates in law from University of South Dakota (USD) earn a median of $66,227 one year after graduating and $83,195 after four years.

Earnings after 1 year
$66,227
After 4 years
$83,195
Median debt
—
Graduates (2 yrs)
133

That is 13% below the national median of $76,005 for this degree. It ranks 137th of 179 colleges for first-year earnings in law (professional degree).

Law (Professional degree) at USD vs. nationally

USDTypical college
Earnings after 1 year$66,227$76,005
Earnings after 4 years$83,195$99,949
Median debt—$111,029

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Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal financial aid, measured by the U.S. Department of Education from tax records. Debt is the median federal loan balance at graduation.

Other professional degree programs at USD

ProgramEarnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Medicine$62,709—
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions——

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Frequently asked questions

How much do USD law graduates make?

Graduates with a professional degree in law from University of South Dakota earn a median of $66,227 one year after graduation and $83,195 four years after.