Legal Support Services at Liberty University

Liberty University's Legal Support Services program delivers solid first-year outcomes at $41,973, placing graduates in the 74th percentile nationally and 60th percentile among Virginia programs. That's roughly $5,000 above both the national and state medians—meaningful breathing room for graduates entering paralegals' offices, law firms, and corporate legal departments. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.90 and median borrowing of $37,652 (close to Virginia's median but well below the national debt levels), most graduates should be able to manage their loans on entry-level salaries.

The concern here is stagnation: earnings actually dip slightly to $41,192 by year four, suggesting limited advancement within the field. This flat trajectory is common in support roles that don't offer clear promotion ladders, and it means graduates need to think strategically about specialization or additional credentials to boost their earnings potential. The program serves a large proportion of Pell-eligible students (39%), which speaks to accessibility, though Liberty's near-open admission means academic preparation varies widely among incoming students.

For parents, this program offers reasonable value if their child is committed to legal support work and comfortable with the career's earnings ceiling. The debt load is manageable relative to starting pay, but don't expect significant salary growth without intentional career moves.