The Chronicle of Higher Education

Law Professors Top List in Study Comparing Salaries Across Disciplines

By ANA MARIE COX

For the third year in a row, law professors topped the list of the highest-paid faculty members, according to this year's survey of faculty salaries by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources.

On average, law professors at both public and private universities earn about $40,000 more than other professors...

To continue reading this premium article, you must have a Chronicle account AND a subscription or an online pass.

Subscriptions start at $40; Web passes for under $10.