# Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies (bachelor's degree)

CIP 22.02. Page: https://educationguide.com/degrees/legal-research-and-advanced-professional-studies

## Earnings
- Graduates 4 years after finishing: median $61,496 across 3 colleges (middle half $48,808–$87,416); median federal debt $26,718

## Jobs graduates hold (ages 25-34)
| Job | Share | U.S. median wage | Growth 2025-35 |
|---|---|---|---|

## By state
| State | Graduates 4 yrs (colleges) | Ages 25-34 (respondents) |
|---|---|---|

## Top colleges by graduate earnings (published states)
1. Drexel University (PA): $87,416
2. James Madison University (VA): $61,496
3. Winona State University (MN): $48,808

Method: https://educationguide.com/how-we-score#degrees

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