First Professional Degree  ·  California

Best Colleges for First Professional Degree
in Law

61 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

61 Colleges
📍 California
🎓 First Professional Degree

Showing 1–24 of 61 colleges in California

Golden Gate University
San Francisco, California
🏢 Private Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
N/A
Grad earnings
$87,434
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $65
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Golden Gate University
San Francisco, California
🏢 Private Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
N/A
Grad earnings
$87,434
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $65
View college details
Golden Gate University
San Francisco, California
🏢 Private Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
N/A
Grad earnings
$87,434
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $65
View college details
Golden Gate University
San Francisco, California
🏢 Private Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
N/A
Grad earnings
$87,434
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $40
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University of San Diego
San Diego, California
🏢 Private Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 46.8%
Annual cost
$74,879/yr
Grad earnings
$86,522
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $75
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Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏢 Private Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $70
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Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏢 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Feb 1 Fee $70
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Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏢 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Apr 1 Fee $70
View college details
Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏢 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 10 Fee $70
View college details
Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏢 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 10 Fee $70
View college details

Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer First Professional Degree in Law in California?
61 colleges and universities currently offer First Professional Degree programs in Law in California, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Law in California?
University of Southern California leads with median graduate earnings of $92,498 ten years after enrollment for First Professional Degree graduates.
Which Law colleges in California have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Golden Gate University, Golden Gate University, Golden Gate University, Golden Gate University. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Law programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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