Georgia State University College of Law Tuition, Fees, COA, and Financial Aid
2027 Tuition & Fees
Georgia State University College of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $17,758 for Georgia residents and $40,456 for out-of-state students. Georgia State University College of Law's tuition is slightly lower than the national average ($47,209) for public law schools in the United States. Compared to other public law schools in Georgia, Georgia State University College of Law's tuition is similar to the state average ($41,051).
You can check tuition & other costs trends at Georgia State University College of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.
Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart
The following table & chart compares Georgia State University College 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.
You can compare Georgia State University College of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $40K and $45K
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University College of Law | $17,758 | $40,456 |
| All Law Schools | $33,157 | $55,459 |
| Public | $33,157 | $47,209 |
| Private | $61,794 | |
| Georgia Law Schools | $18,746 | $51,106 |
| Public | $18,746 | $41,051 |
| Private | $57,810 | |
1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by Georgia State University College of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.
Georgia State University College of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020
The tuition & fees at Georgia State University College of Law has increased by 2.89% compared to last year. It has increased by 1.77% over the past 8 years from $35,336 to $40,456.
The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $41,625 with $1,169 increase, if the this year's increase rate (2.89%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (1.77%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $41,173, which is $717 more than this year.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | $16,889 | $36,457 | - |
| 2021-2022 | $18,010 | $37,618 | ▲3.18% |
| 2022-2023 | $17,202 | $36,810 | - |
| 2023-2024 | $17,202 | $36,810 | - |
| 2024-2025 | $19,030 | $38,578 | ▲4.80% |
| 2025-2026 | $17,596 | $39,320 | ▲1.92% |
| 2026-2027 | $17,758 | $40,456 | ▲2.89% |
Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses
For 2027, the estimated cost of attendance (COA) at Georgia State University College of Law is $39,749 for Georgia residents and $61,473 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 $7,776 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$53,697.
| Georgia Residents | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of Attendance | $39,749 | $61,473 |
| Tuition | $16,162 | $37,886 |
| Fees | $1,434 | $1,434 |
| On-Campus Living Costs | $22,153 | |
| Off-Campus Living Costs | $26,693 | |
| At-Home Living Costs | $14,913 | |
| COA after Grants/Scholarships Received | $31,973 | $53,697 |
| Average Grants/Scholarships Amount | $7,776 | |
Financial Aid Statistics
Grants and Scholarships Received
In 2026, 53.78% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $7,776 at Georgia State University College of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Georgia State University College of Law is much lower than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Georgia, the received percentage is much lower than the average of 82%.
You can check financial aid trends at Georgia State University College of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
| Percent Received | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University College of Law | 53.78% | $7,776 |
| All Law Schools | 80.58% | $24,147 |
| Public | 79.05% | $18,032 |
| Private | 81.76% | $28,843 |
| Georgia Law Schools | 81.83% | $17,547 |
| Public | 68.92% | $13,618 |
| Private | 90.44% | $20,167 |
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 647 enrolled students, 315 students 48.69% received grants and/or scholarships. 26.03% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 34.92% received more than half amount of tuition.
For full-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $10,627 and the 25th percentile amount is $2,336. For part-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $4,983 and the 25th percentile amount is $1,591.
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | ||||||
| Enrollment | 503 | 503 | 546 | 676 | 484 | 489 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 343 | 308 | 321 | 257 | 259 | 263 |
| Percent Received | 68.19% | 61.23% | 58.79% | 38.02% | 53.51% | 53.78% |
| Received Amount | ||||||
| 25th Percentile | $3,000 | $3,984 | $9,615 | $15,693 | $2,669 | $2,336 |
| 50th Percentile | $5,000 | $9,804 | $9,846 | $15,693 | $7,840 | $7,776 |
| 75th Percentile | $9,847 | $19,693 | $19,693 | $19,608 | $11,125 | $10,627 |
| Part-time | ||||||
| Enrollment | 155 | 177 | 167 | 0 | 147 | 158 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 52 | 27 | 30 | 40 | 29 | 52 |
| Percent Received | 33.55% | 15.25% | 17.96% | - | 19.73% | 32.91% |
| Received Amount | ||||||
| 25th Percentile | $2,938 | $2,903 | $2,541 | $2,000 | $2,721 | $1,591 |
| 50th Percentile | $4,403 | $7,729 | $7,547 | $9,847 | $6,310 | $2,362 |
| 75th Percentile | $9,005 | $17,231 | $15,751 | $18,379 | $9,232 | $4,983 |
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of full-time students who received financial aid, 34.22% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 36.88% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
In special, 28.90% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. For part-time students who received grants/scholarships, 173.08% of students received less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 25.00% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | ||||||
| Number Received | 343 | 308 | 321 | 257 | 259 | 263 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 36.73% | 25.00% | 47.98% | 31.91% | 32.43% | 34.22% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 15.45% | 16.88% | 2.18% | 12.06% | 35.91% | 36.88% |
| Full Tuition | 47.81% | 58.12% | 49.84% | 54.47% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| More than Full Tuition | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 1.56% | 31.66% | 28.90% |
| Part-time | ||||||
| Number Received | 52 | 27 | 30 | 40 | 29 | 52 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 30.77% | 25.93% | 56.67% | 35.00% | 44.83% | 63.46% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 34.62% | 25.93% | 30.00% | 25.00% | 37.93% | 25.00% |
| Full Tuition | 34.62% | 48.15% | 13.33% | 40.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| More than Full Tuition | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 17.24% | 11.54% |
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