Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies at Washington University in St Louis
Master's Degree
washu.eduEarnings Distribution
How Washington University in St Louis graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis | $59,808 | $58,018 | -3% |
| Duke University | $213,539 | $190,118 | -11% |
| Georgetown University | $130,394 | $142,966 | +10% |
| University of Florida | $106,227 | $125,265 | +18% |
| University of San Francisco | $122,124 | $119,924 | -2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (4 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Washington University in St LouisSt. Louis | $62,982 | $59,808 | $58,018 | — | — |
 University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia | $14,130 | $53,750 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $79,830 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with legal research and advanced professional studies graduates
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 Washington University in St Louis, approximately 16% 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.