Southern University Law Center Outcomes

Graduates earn a median of $43,371 ten years after completing law school. The debt-to-earnings ratio sits at 67%, meaning graduates owe about two-thirds of their annual salary. Monthly loan payments of $310 consume roughly 9% of typical graduate income. The 96% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Louisiana's legal market. Many graduates serve in public interest law, government positions, and small firms throughout the state. The 53% loan repayment rate indicates financial challenges for some alumni. As one of only a handful of historically black law schools, Southern University Law Center provides crucial access to legal education. However, the combination of moderate earnings and substantial debt relative to income suggests a weak return on investment.