Earnings Distribution
How Boston University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston University | $113,679 | $118,134 | +4% |
| Duke University | $213,539 | $190,118 | -11% |
| Georgetown University | $130,394 | $142,966 | +10% |
| University of Florida | $106,227 | $125,265 | +18% |
| University of San Francisco | $122,124 | $119,924 | -2% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies masters's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Boston UniversityBoston | $65,168 | $113,679 | $118,134 | — | — |
 Duke UniversityDurham | $65,805 | $213,539 | $190,118 | — | — |
 Columbia University in the City of New YorkNew York | $69,045 | $130,948 | — | — | — |
 Georgetown UniversityWashington | $65,081 | $130,394 | $142,966 | — | — |
 University of San FranciscoSan Francisco | $58,222 | $122,124 | $119,924 | — | — |
 University of St ThomasSaint Paul | $52,284 | $114,376 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $79,830 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with legal research and advanced professional studies graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Boston University, approximately 18% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.