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Law Schools in Virginia

In 2020-2021, 1,111 students earned their Law degrees in VA.

A Law major is the 32nd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Law Majors in Virginia

Law majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1,111
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1,111
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1,111

Gender Distribution

In Virginia, a law major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of law majors in Virginia is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.0%
  • Black or African American: 4.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.0%
  • White: 75.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.8%
  • Other Races: 8.6%
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Jobs for Law Grads in Virginia

There are 17,100 people in the state and 725,130 people in the nation working in law jobs.

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Wages for Law Jobs in Virginia

In this state, law grads earn an average of $54,680. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,210.

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There are 8 colleges in Virginia that offer law degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

318 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
25,628 Total Students

95% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $64,712 a year. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $22,006.

#2

William & Mary

Williamsburg
180 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
8,939 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public school has an average net price of $19,593. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,818 a year.

158 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
38,541 Total Students

In their early career, GMU grads earn an average salary of $55,303. 75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.36 years.

#4

University of Richmond

University of Richmond
134 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
4,056 Total Students

The average student takes 4.05 years to complete their degree at URichmond. The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 69%.

118 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
2,183 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. This private school has an average net price of $26,175. The 0.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#6

Regent University

Virginia Beach
83 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
10,483 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 73%. The student loan default rate of 7.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

#7

Liberty University

Lynchburg
63 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
93,349 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 34%. Most students complete their degree in 4.47 years.

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
170 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average.

Law Careers in VA

Some of the careers law majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
Law Professors 16% $0
Lawyers 10% $127,110
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers 7% $84,280

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to law.

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Legal Support Services 343
Legal Research 259
Other Legal Professions 250
Non-Professional Legal Studies 92

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