Est. Earnings (1yr)
$40,429
Est. from national median (41 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$18,335
Est. from national median (11 programs)

Analysis

A certificate program with an estimated $18,335 in debt for first-year earnings around $40,429 creates a manageable financial starting point—debt would represent roughly 45% of that first year's income. Based on comparable certificate programs nationally, this figure suggests graduates could reasonably handle loan payments while building their careers, though the estimated nature of both figures means actual outcomes for University of Evansville students could vary.

Similar legal support programs in Indiana show a wide earnings range, from around $30,000 to nearly $45,000 in the first year. The national benchmark sits at $40,429, suggesting peer programs typically produce mid-range outcomes rather than exceptional ones. The debt estimate falls slightly below the national median of $20,834, which offers some reassurance about cost control, though without program-specific data, it's difficult to know whether University of Evansville's actual graduates fare better or worse than these benchmarks.

For parents weighing this investment, the key question is whether their student can access the higher-earning end of that Indiana range. At $44,576, this becomes a strong value proposition; at $30,224, the debt burden becomes more challenging. Given that both figures here are estimates derived from peer institutions rather than this program's actual outcomes, families should request placement data and graduate outcomes directly from the university before committing. A certificate is a relatively contained investment, but knowing where UE's specific graduates actually land matters significantly.

Where University of Evansville Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all legal support services certificate's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana

Legal Support Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (9 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
University of EvansvilleEvansville$42,676$40,429*$18,335*
Indiana University-IndianapolisIndianapolis$10,449$44,576*$41,755$21,963*0.49
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette$10,110$30,224*$22,001$11,642*0.39
National Median$40,429*$20,834*0.52
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with legal support services graduates

Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners

Use verbatim methods and equipment to capture, store, retrieve, and transcribe pretrial and trial proceedings or other information. Includes stenocaptioners who operate computerized stenographic captioning equipment to provide captions of live or prerecorded broadcasts for hearing-impaired viewers.

$67,310/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

$61,010/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Interpreters and Translators

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

$59,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research.

$47,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers

Search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes. May compile lists of mortgages, contracts, and other instruments pertaining to titles by searching public and private records for law firms, real estate agencies, or title insurance companies.

Legal Support Workers, All Other

All legal support workers not listed separately.

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 University of Evansville, 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 41 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.