Law at University of Denver
If you are interested in studying Law, consider the program at University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Denver is located in Denver, CO.
During the most recent reporting year, 233 law degrees were granted at University of Denver.
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Studying Online at University of Denver
Many students take online classes at University of Denver. Among 12,813 students, 2,787 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,447 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Law Rankings at University of Denver
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Denver’s Law program to other colleges that offer this major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 184 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #152 of 176 |
Earnings for Law Graduates from University of Denver
Students who complete University of Denver’s Law program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $57,899 |
| 2 years | $60,704 |
| 3 years | $73,790 |
| 4 years | $83,279 |
| 5 years | $96,604 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Law graduates from University of Denver earn a median of $83,279, compared with $66,465 for all University of Denver graduates — about 25% higher than the school-wide median.
More Specific Law Concentrations at University of Denver
This Law program at University of Denver offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Law | 233 |
Best-Paid Careers for Law Graduates
Students who finish Law program at University of Denver go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Law majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | $137,571 |
| Judicial Law Clerks | $132,226 |
| Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators | $93,794 |
| Law Teachers, Postsecondary | $91,726 |
| Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $84,793 |
| 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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