Law at CUNY School of Law
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY School of Law graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY School of Law graduates earn $73k, placing them in the 66th 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 New York
Law professional's programs at peer institutions in New York (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY School of Law | $73,397 | $78,258 | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $220,843 | $280,926 | — | — |
| Fordham University | $170,942 | $153,462 | — | — |
| St. John's University-New York | $82,812 | $101,018 | — | — |
| Brooklyn Law School | $79,481 | $101,697 | — | — |
| Yeshiva University | $76,957 | $109,829 | — | — |
| National Median | $67,512 | — | — | — |
Other Law Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $220,843 | — |
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $170,942 | — |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $50,110 | $82,812 | — |
| Brooklyn Law School Brooklyn | — | $79,481 | — |
| Yeshiva University New York | $49,900 | $76,957 | — |
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). 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.