Center for Advanced Legal Studies ★ Hidden gem
Houston, Texas · Private, for-profit · 271 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Texas high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr). Another 1 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $13,901 |
| $48k to $75k | $15,069 |
| All families (average) | $13,959 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Support Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $44,894 | +$10,085 | clears the bar | $9,397 | 0.9 yrs |
| Legal Support Services | Associate's Degree | $38,920 | +$4,111 | clears the bar | $20,000 | 4.9 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 44% of students receive Pell grants · 62% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.