Law at The University of Texas at Austin
First Professional Degree
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 Texas
Law professional's programs at peer institutions in Texas (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin | — | $137,082 | — | — |
| Southern Methodist University | $101,456 | $120,122 | — | — |
| University of Houston | $88,163 | $107,620 | — | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $75,674 | $83,359 | — | — |
| South Texas College of Law Houston | $73,069 | $90,663 | — | — |
| Texas Tech University | $72,448 | $95,229 | — | — |
| National Median | $67,512 | — | — | — |
Other Law Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $101,456 | — |
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $88,163 | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $75,674 | — |
| South Texas College of Law Houston Houston | — | $73,069 | — |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $72,448 | — |
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 The University of Texas at Austin, approximately 25% 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.