Law at Loyola University Chicago
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Loyola University Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally
Loyola University Chicago graduates earn $83k, placing them in the 81th 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 Illinois
Law professional's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola University Chicago | $83,184 | $104,463 | — | — |
| Northwestern University | $210,979 | $227,792 | — | — |
| University of Chicago | $199,603 | $256,407 | — | — |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | $73,249 | $90,958 | — | — |
| DePaul University | $68,344 | $83,472 | — | — |
| Northern Illinois University | $57,561 | $65,443 | — | — |
| National Median | $67,512 | — | — | — |
Other Law Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $210,979 | — |
| University of Chicago Chicago | $66,939 | $199,603 | — |
| Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago | $51,763 | $73,249 | — |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $68,344 | — |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $12,700 | $57,561 | — |
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 Loyola University Chicago, approximately 23% 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.