Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Law at University of Galway has a 5-year ROI of 78.4%, with graduates earning around €46,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (GY251) was 520 (2025).
Law graduates from University of Galway report a graduate employment rate of around 80%, very good career progression, high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Trainee Solicitor
- Legal Executive
- Paralegal
- Compliance Officer
Common employers for Law graduates include Local & regional law firms, Big 4 (legal/tax), Irish Courts Service, Local authorities, Corporate legal departments.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Law graduates from University of Galway start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 13% less than the national average.
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