# University of California-Santa Cruz: Legal Studies / Paralegal (bachelor's)

Santa Cruz, CA. IPEDS 110714, CIP 22.00. Page: https://educationguide.com/colleges/university-of-california-santa-cruz/majors/legal-studies-paralegal

## Graduate outcomes
- Median earnings 1 year after graduating: $36,941
- Median earnings 4 years after graduating: $66,244 (U.S. median for this major: $63,727 across 35 colleges)
- Median federal loan debt: $18,416 (U.S. median $24,753)
- Rank in CA: 3 of 3 colleges by 4-year earnings

## Legal Studies / Paralegal at CA colleges
| College | Earnings 4 yrs | Median debt | Avg. net price | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley | $70,636 | $13,723 | $13,481 | 93% |
| University of La Verne | $66,373 | $30,370 | $20,161 | 63% |
| University of California-Santa Cruz | $66,244 | $18,416 | $17,890 | 75% |

## Sources and years
- Earnings (4 yr): Treasury AY2017-2018, AY2018-2019 pooled earnings cohort measured in CY2022, CY2023, inflation adjusted to 2024 dollars; debt: NSLDS pooled AY2018-19, AY2019-20 cohort

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