Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies at University of Tulsa
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Tulsa graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Tulsa graduates earn $95k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all legal research and advanced professional studies masters 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 Oklahoma
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tulsa | $95,429 | $64,900 | — | — |
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus | $68,505 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $79,830 | — | — | — |
Other Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies Programs in Oklahoma
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oklahoma schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman | $9,595 | $68,505 | — |
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 Tulsa, approximately 26% 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.