Major · Legal Professions and Studies
Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General
An integrated or undifferentiated program in one or more of the legal research or advanced practice fields.
- Schools offering
- 4
- Annual completions
- 118
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $66k
About this major
An integrated or undifferentiated program in one or more of the legal research or advanced practice fields.
Examples of specialized tracks: Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General (LL.M., M.C.L., M.L.I., M.S.L.), Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General (J.S.D./S.J.D.).
Section 3 · Careers
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyers | $151k | +4.1% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Law teachers, postsecondary | $127k | +2.2% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Section 4 · Earnings
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$66k
Section 6 · Where to study
Top colleges for Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Madison University | Harrisonburg, VA | 0 | 54 | 54 |
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA | 0 | 26 | 26 |
| Drexel University | Philadelphia, PA | 0 | 20 | 20 |
| Nova Southeastern University | Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 | 18 | 18 |
Section 7 · Explore sideways
Related majors to explore
Section 9 · Frequently asked
Common questions
What can I do with a Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General degree?
Graduates commonly pursue careers such as Lawyers, Law teachers, postsecondary.
Is a Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General associate's enough, or do I need a bachelor's?
This major is typically offered only at the bachelor's level.
How many colleges offer Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General?
4 colleges offered this major in the most recent IPEDS year, graduating about 118 students a year combined.