Law at Capital University
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Capital University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Capital University graduates earn $62k, placing them in the 33th percentile of all law professional programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Law professional's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital University | $62,010 | $69,385 | — | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $77,868 | $88,523 | — | — |
| Case Western Reserve University | $70,183 | $85,577 | — | — |
| Cleveland State University | $64,805 | $75,216 | — | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $60,967 | $69,560 | — | — |
| University of Toledo | $57,931 | $63,755 | — | — |
| National Median | $67,512 | — | — | — |
Other Law Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $77,868 | — |
| Case Western Reserve University Cleveland | $64,671 | $70,183 | — |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $12,613 | $64,805 | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $60,967 | — |
| University of Toledo Toledo | $12,377 | $57,931 | — |
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 Capital University, approximately 31% 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.