Legal Research at American University
If you are interested in studying Legal Research, you may want to check out the program at American University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American University is located in Washington, DC.
During the most recent reporting year, 153 legal research degrees were awarded at American University.
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Online Class Availability at American University
Online coursework is an option at American University. Of 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Legal Research Rankings at American University
These rankings give you a sense of how American University’s Legal Research program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #72 of 112 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #99 of 105 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #72 of 112 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #99 of 105 |
Earnings for Legal Research Graduates from American University
Students who complete American University’s Legal Research program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,710 |
| 2 years | $67,660 |
| 3 years | $69,142 |
| 4 years | $84,372 |
| 5 years | $98,927 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Legal Research graduates from American University report median earnings of $84,372, compared with $75,429 for all American University graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Legal Research graduates at American University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Legal Research graduates at American University are 62% women (95) and 38% men (58).
Legal Research Master’s Program at American University
Of the 139 master’s legal research graduates at American University, 63% were women (88) and 37% were men (51).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Legal Research master’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 59 |
| Unknown | 12 |
Minority students account for 27% of Legal Research master’s degree recipients at American University, above the national average of 20%.*
Legal Research Doctoral Program at American University
Among the 2 doctoral legal research graduates at American University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Legal Research doctoral degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Legal Research Concentrations at American University
The Legal Research program at American University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Advanced Legal Research/Studies | 55 |
| American Law | 6 |
| International Law & Legal Studies | 55 |
| International Business & Trade Law | 16 |
| Intellectual Property Law | 9 |
| Other Legal Research & Studies | 12 |
Best-Paid Careers for Legal Research Graduates
Students who finish Legal Research program at American University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Legal Research graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Law Teachers, Postsecondary | $91,726 |
| Lawyers | $73,181 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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