Legal Research at Georgetown University
If you plan to study Legal Research, you may want to check out the program at Georgetown University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Georgetown University is located in Washington, DC.
During the most recent reporting year, 783 legal research degrees were awarded at Georgetown University.
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Studying Online at Georgetown University
Online coursework is an option at Georgetown University. Among 20,031 students, 2,625 (13%) studied exclusively online and 1,344 (7%) took at least some classes online.
Legal Research Rankings at Georgetown University
These rankings give you a sense of how Georgetown University’s Legal Research program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #2 of 112 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #14 of 20 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #93 of 105 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #2 of 112 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #14 of 20 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #93 of 105 |
Earnings for Legal Research Graduates from Georgetown University
Students who complete Georgetown University’s Legal Research program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $109,015 |
| 2 years | $118,650 |
| 3 years | $124,664 |
| 4 years | $142,966 |
| 5 years | $169,366 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Legal Research graduates from Georgetown University report median earnings of $142,966, compared with $103,843 for all Georgetown University graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Legal Research graduates at Georgetown University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Legal Research graduates at Georgetown University are 59% women (464) and 41% men (319).
Legal Research Master’s Program at Georgetown University
Among the 538 master’s legal research graduates at Georgetown University, 59% were women (315) and 41% were men (223).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Legal Research master’s degree recipients at Georgetown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 69 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 16 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 380 |
| Unknown | 30 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Legal Research master’s degree recipients at Georgetown University, below the national average of 20%.*
Legal Research Doctoral Program at Georgetown University
Among the 3 doctoral legal research degrees awarded at Georgetown University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Legal Research doctoral degree recipients at Georgetown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*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 Georgetown University
The Legal Research program at Georgetown University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Advanced Legal Research/Studies | 459 |
| Energy & Environment Law | 12 |
| Health Law | 32 |
| International Law & Legal Studies | 34 |
| International Business & Trade Law | 97 |
| Tax Law | 120 |
| Other Legal Research & Studies | 29 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Legal Research Graduates
Those who complete Legal Research program at Georgetown University pursue many career paths. 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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