Law at Case Western Reserve University
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Case Western Reserve University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Case Western Reserve University graduates earn $70k, placing them in the 57th 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case Western Reserve University | $70,183 | $85,577 | — | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $77,868 | $88,523 | — | — |
| Cleveland State University | $64,805 | $75,216 | — | — |
| Capital University | $62,010 | $69,385 | — | — |
| 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 | — |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $12,613 | $64,805 | — |
| Capital University Columbus | $41,788 | $62,010 | — |
| 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 Case Western Reserve University, approximately 17% 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.