City University of New York School of Law Tuition, Fees, COA, and Financial Aid
2027 Tuition & Fees
City University of New York School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $16,014 for New York residents and $26,204 for out-of-state students. City University of New York School of Law's tuition is much lower than the national average ($47,209) for public law schools in the United States. Compared to other public law schools in New York, City University of New York School of Law's tuition is slightly lower than the state average ($31,132).
You can check tuition & other costs trends at City University of New York School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.
Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart
The following table & chart compares City University of New York School of Law's tuition with other law schools by location and school type. Comparisons can help you make decisions and prepare life as a law school student and beyond.
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| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| City University of New York School of Law | $16,014 | $26,204 |
| All Law Schools | $33,157 | $55,459 |
| Public | $33,157 | $47,209 |
| Private | $61,794 | |
| New York Law Schools | $22,882 | $70,565 |
| Public | $22,882 | $31,132 |
| Private | $76,199 | |
1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by City University of New York School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.
City University of New York School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020
The tuition & fees at City University of New York School of Law is same as last year. It has not risen in the past changed over past 8 years.
The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $26,204 without increase, if the this year's increase rate (0.00%) is applied.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | $16,013 | $26,203 | - |
| 2021-2022 | $16,013 | $26,203 | - |
| 2022-2023 | $15,993 | $26,203 | - |
| 2023-2024 | $16,013 | $26,203 | - |
| 2024-2025 | $16,013 | $26,203 | - |
| 2025-2026 | $16,013 | $26,203 | - |
| 2026-2027 | $16,014 | $26,204 | - |
Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses
For 2027, the estimated cost of attendance (COA) at City University of New York School of Law is $46,818 for New York residents and $57,008 for out-of-state students. This comprehensive figure covers tuition, mandatory fees, housing, books and supplies, transportation, and general living expenses. However, optional charges such as health insurance, loan origination fees, and specific exam costs may not be included.
On average, Harvard Law School awards $8,000 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$49,008.
| New York Residents | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of Attendance | $46,818 | $57,008 |
| Tuition | $15,450 | $25,640 |
| Fees | $563 | $563 |
| On-Campus Living Costs | - | |
| Off-Campus Living Costs | $30,805 | |
| At-Home Living Costs | - | |
| COA after Grants/Scholarships Received | $38,818 | $49,008 |
| Average Grants/Scholarships Amount | $8,000 | |
Financial Aid Statistics
Grants and Scholarships Received
In 2026, 13.91% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $8,000 at City University of New York School of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at City University of New York School of Law is much lower than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in New York, the received percentage is much lower than the average of 79%.
You can check financial aid trends at City University of New York School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
| Percent Received | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| City University of New York School of Law | 13.91% | $8,000 |
| All Law Schools | 80.58% | $24,147 |
| Public | 79.05% | $18,032 |
| Private | 81.76% | $28,843 |
| New York Law Schools | 78.64% | $30,040 |
| Public | 32.69% | $7,750 |
| Private | 85.20% | $33,225 |
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 670 enrolled students, 112 students 16.72% received grants and/or scholarships. 0.89% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 33.93% received more than half amount of tuition.
For full-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $8,000 and the 25th percentile amount is $8,000. For part-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $6,000 and the 25th percentile amount is $6,000.
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | ||||||
| Enrollment | 429 | 457 | 471 | 474 | 462 | 453 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 233 | 227 | 229 | 409 | 74 | 63 |
| Percent Received | 54.31% | 49.67% | 48.62% | 86.29% | 16.02% | 13.91% |
| Received Amount | ||||||
| 25th Percentile | $4,200 | $5,000 | $3,300 | $398 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| 50th Percentile | $8,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 | $946 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| 75th Percentile | $14,000 | $13,000 | $9,021 | $5,596 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| Part-time | ||||||
| Enrollment | 193 | 215 | 225 | 214 | 212 | 217 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 43 | 52 | 53 | 153 | 39 | 49 |
| Percent Received | 22.28% | 24.19% | 23.56% | 71.50% | 18.40% | 22.58% |
| Received Amount | ||||||
| 25th Percentile | $2,798 | $2,500 | $1,500 | $265 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| 50th Percentile | $6,000 | $5,479 | $6,000 | $331 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| 75th Percentile | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 | $2,765 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of full-time students who received financial aid, 100.00% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 0.00% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
For part-time students who received grants/scholarships, 128.57% of students received less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 77.55% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | ||||||
| Number Received | 233 | 227 | 229 | 409 | 74 | 63 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 62.66% | 66.08% | 69.87% | 86.06% | 98.65% | 100.00% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 17.60% | 14.98% | 18.78% | 11.49% | 1.35% | 0.00% |
| Full Tuition | 12.45% | 11.45% | 7.42% | 0.73% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| More than Full Tuition | 7.30% | 7.49% | 3.93% | 1.71% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Part-time | ||||||
| Number Received | 43 | 52 | 53 | 153 | 39 | 49 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 39.53% | 48.08% | 49.06% | 83.01% | 7.69% | 20.41% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 46.51% | 44.23% | 43.40% | 15.69% | 89.74% | 77.55% |
| Full Tuition | 2.33% | 3.85% | 0.00% | 0.65% | 2.56% | 0.00% |
| More than Full Tuition | 11.63% | 3.85% | 7.55% | 0.65% | 0.00% | 2.04% |
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