University of Cincinnati College of Law Tuition, Fees, COA, and Financial Aid
2027 Tuition & Fees
University of Cincinnati College of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $27,075 for Ohio residents and $33,025 for out-of-state students. University of Cincinnati College 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 Ohio, University of Cincinnati College of Law's tuition is similar to the state average ($35,465).
You can check tuition & other costs trends at University of Cincinnati College of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.
Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart
The following table & chart compares University of Cincinnati 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 University of Cincinnati College of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $30K and $35K
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati College of Law | $27,075 | $33,025 |
| All Law Schools | $33,157 | $55,459 |
| Public | $33,157 | $47,209 |
| Private | $61,794 | |
| Ohio Law Schools | $30,984 | $41,188 |
| Public | $30,984 | $35,465 |
| Private | $48,342 | |
1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by University of Cincinnati College of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.
University of Cincinnati College of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020
The tuition & fees at University of Cincinnati College of Law has increased by 10.78% compared to last year. It has increased by 11.05% over the past 8 years from $29,010 to $33,025.
The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $36,585 with $3,560 increase, if the this year's increase rate (10.78%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (11.05%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $36,674, which is $3,649 more than this year.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | $24,010 | $29,010 | - |
| 2021-2022 | $12,005 | $14,505 | - |
| 2022-2023 | $24,810 | $29,810 | ▲105.52% |
| 2023-2024 | $24,810 | $29,810 | - |
| 2024-2025 | $24,810 | $29,810 | - |
| 2025-2026 | $24,810 | $29,810 | - |
| 2026-2027 | $27,075 | $33,025 | ▲10.78% |
Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses
For 2027, the estimated cost of attendance (COA) at University of Cincinnati College of Law is $50,766 for Ohio residents and $55,766 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 $19,000 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$36,766.
| Ohio Residents | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of Attendance | $50,766 | $55,766 |
| Tuition | $24,010 | $29,010 |
| Fees | $800 | $800 |
| On-Campus Living Costs | $25,956 | |
| Off-Campus Living Costs | $25,956 | |
| At-Home Living Costs | $25,956 | |
| COA after Grants/Scholarships Received | $31,766 | $36,766 |
| Average Grants/Scholarships Amount | $19,000 | |
Financial Aid Statistics
Grants and Scholarships Received
In 2026, 100.00% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $19,000 at University of Cincinnati College of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at University of Cincinnati College of Law is much higher than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Ohio, the received percentage is similar to the average of 95%.
You can check financial aid trends at University of Cincinnati College of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
| Percent Received | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati College of Law | 100.00% | $19,000 |
| All Law Schools | 80.58% | $24,147 |
| Public | 79.05% | $18,032 |
| Private | 81.76% | $28,843 |
| Ohio Law Schools | 94.82% | $22,943 |
| Public | 92.14% | $17,797 |
| Private | 98.17% | $29,375 |
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 375 enrolled students, 375 students 100.00% received grants and/or scholarships. 10.93% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 57.33% received more than half amount of tuition.
For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $23,400 and the 25th percentile amount is $11,700.
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 363 | 391 | 392 | 388 | 387 | 375 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 368 | 368 | 372 | 373 | 373 | 375 |
| Percent Received | 101.38% | 94.12% | 94.90% | 96.13% | 96.38% | 100.00% |
| Received Amount | ||||||
| 25th Percentile | $10,000 | $11,000 | $11,000 | $6,199 | $12,500 | $11,700 |
| 50th Percentile | $15,000 | $16,000 | $17,510 | $16,946 | $19,300 | $19,000 |
| 75th Percentile | $18,000 | $20,400 | $21,500 | $22,689 | $26,600 | $23,400 |
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of those who received financial aid, 31.73% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 57.33% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
In special, 10.93% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 41 out of total 489 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Received | 368 | 368 | 372 | 373 | 373 | 375 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 30.43% | 27.72% | 27.42% | 26.27% | 25.74% | 31.73% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 62.23% | 59.78% | 61.02% | 59.52% | 61.93% | 57.33% |
| Full Tuition | 7.34% | 12.50% | 10.75% | 14.21% | 12.33% | 3.47% |
| More than Full Tuition | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.81% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 7.47% |
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