The University of Alabama School of Law Tuition, Fees, COA, and Financial Aid

2027 Tuition & Fees

The University of Alabama School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $25,320 for Alabama residents and $49,710 for out-of-state students. The University of Alabama School of Law's tuition is similar to the national average ($47,209) for public law schools in the United States. Compared to other public law schools in Alabama, The University of Alabama School of Law's tuition is similar to the state average ($49,710).
You can check tuition & other costs trends at The University of Alabama School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

The following table & chart compares The University of Alabama 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.
You can compare The University of Alabama School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $45K and $50K
2027 The University of Alabama School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
In-StateOut-of-State
The University of Alabama School of Law$25,320$49,710
All Law Schools$33,157$55,459
Public$33,157$47,209
Private$61,794
Alabama Law Schools$25,320$46,125
Public$25,320$49,710
Private$44,332
1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by The University of Alabama School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

The University of Alabama School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

The tuition & fees at The University of Alabama School of Law has increased by 1.45% compared to last year. It has increased by 2.31% over the past 8 years from $43,060 to $49,710.
The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $50,431 with $721 increase, if the this year's increase rate (1.45%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (2.31%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $50,857, which is $1,147 more than this year.

Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses

For 2027, the estimated cost of attendance (COA) at The University of Alabama School of Law is $48,499 for Alabama residents and $71,619 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 $21,500 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$50,119.
The University of Alabama School of Law Cost of Attendance
Alabama ResidentsOut-of-State
Cost of Attendance$48,499$71,619
Tuition$24,980$48,100
Fees$899$899
On-Campus Living Costs$22,620
Off-Campus Living Costs$22,620
At-Home Living Costs$12,508
COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$26,999$50,119
Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$21,500
Data Source: The University of Alabama School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

Financial Aid Statistics

Grants and Scholarships Received

In 2026, 96.20% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $21,500 at The University of Alabama School of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at The University of Alabama School of Law is higher than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Alabama, the received percentage is slightly higher than the average of 87%.
You can check financial aid trends at The University of Alabama School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
The University of Alabama School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
The University of Alabama School of Law96.20%$21,500
All Law Schools80.58%$24,147
Public79.05%$18,032
Private81.76%$28,843
Alabama Law Schools87.06%$19,153
Public96.20%$21,500
Private82.49%$17,980

Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile

For 395 enrolled students, 380 students 96.20% received grants and/or scholarships. 26.32% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 42.37% received more than half amount of tuition.
For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $30,000 and the 25th percentile amount is $12,000.
The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
202120222023202420252026
Total Enrollment379378412425426395
Grants/Scholarships Received326336370387402380
Percent Received86.02%88.89%89.81%91.06%94.37%96.20%
Received Amount
25th Percentile$15,000$12,000$12,000$12,250$13,000$12,000
50th Percentile$24,000$22,000$23,000$22,000$22,000$21,500
75th Percentile$35,000$30,000$33,000$29,080$28,080$30,000

How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

Of those who received financial aid, 31.32% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 42.37% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
In special, 26.32% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 100 out of total 392 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
202120222023202420252026
Number Received326336370387402380
Half or Less than Tuition26.38%28.87%25.14%29.20%24.88%31.32%
Half to Full Tuition50.61%51.19%46.76%42.12%45.77%42.37%
Full Tuition4.91%1.79%2.16%5.17%5.97%6.32%
More than Full Tuition18.10%18.15%25.95%23.51%23.38%20.00%
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