DePaul University College of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    DePaul University College of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $56,736. DePaul University College of Law's tuition is similar to the national average ($61,794) for private law schools in the United States. Compared to other private law schools in Illinois, DePaul University College of Law's tuition is lower than the state average ($71,213).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at DePaul University College of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares DePaul 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 DePaul University College of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $55K and $60K
    2027 DePaul University College of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    DePaul University College of Law$56,736
    All Law Schools$33,157$55,459
    Public$33,157$47,209
    Private$61,794
    Illinois Law Schools$32,767$57,770
    Public$32,767$37,607
    Private$71,213
    DePaul University College of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by DePaul University College of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    DePaul University College of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at DePaul University College of Law has increased by 1.99% compared to last year. It has increased by 2.55% over the past 8 years from $48,670 to $56,736.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $57,865 with $1,129 increase, if the this year's increase rate (1.99%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (2.55%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $58,185, which is $1,449 more than this year.
    DePaul University College of Law Tuition Trends Chart

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

    For 2027, the estimated cost of attendance (COA) at DePaul University College of Law is $84,738. 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 $34,950 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$49,788.
    DePaul University College of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$84,738
    Tuition$55,328
    Fees$300
    On-Campus Living Costs$29,110
    Off-Campus Living Costs$29,110
    At-Home Living Costs$29,110
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$49,788
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$34,950
    Data Source: DePaul University College of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 99.52% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $34,950 at DePaul University College of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at DePaul University College of Law is much higher than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Illinois, the received percentage is slightly higher than the average of 84%.
    You can check financial aid trends at DePaul University College of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    DePaul University College of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    DePaul University College of Law99.52%$34,950
    All Law Schools80.58%$24,147
    Public79.05%$18,032
    Private81.76%$28,843
    Illinois Law Schools83.76%$25,797
    Public75.66%$18,256
    Private89.17%$30,825

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

    For 495 enrolled students, 491 students 99.19% received grants and/or scholarships. 1.43% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 59.88% received more than half amount of tuition.
    For full-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $35,000 and the 25th percentile amount is $20,000. For part-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $20,000 and the 25th percentile amount is $12,000.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Full-time
    Enrollment549484477449445416
    Grants/Scholarships Received521466473447440414
    Percent Received94.90%96.28%99.16%99.55%98.88%99.52%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$12,500$12,000$20,000$21,000$21,800$20,000
    50th Percentile$20,000$25,000$30,000$30,000$30,000$34,950
    75th Percentile$30,000$30,000$35,000$35,000$35,000$35,000
    Part-time
    Enrollment1079597848679
    Grants/Scholarships Received968692848377
    Percent Received89.72%90.53%94.85%100.00%96.51%97.47%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$8,000$7,500$12,000$12,000$10,000$12,000
    50th Percentile$13,000$12,000$15,000$15,000$15,000$15,000
    75th Percentile$20,000$17,000$20,000$20,000$20,000$20,000

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of full-time students who received financial aid, 36.23% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 62.08% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    In special, 1.69% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. For part-time students who received grants/scholarships, 194.81% of students received less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 48.05% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Full-time
    Number Received521466473447440414
    Half or Less than Tuition49.90%41.42%28.54%30.65%33.18%36.23%
    Half to Full Tuition49.90%58.37%70.61%67.79%65.23%62.08%
    Full Tuition0.19%0.21%0.00%0.22%0.00%0.24%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.85%1.34%1.59%1.45%
    Part-time
    Number Received968692848377
    Half or Less than Tuition67.71%69.77%55.43%55.95%59.04%51.95%
    Half to Full Tuition30.21%26.74%40.22%40.48%40.96%48.05%
    Full Tuition1.04%1.16%1.09%2.38%0.00%0.00%
    More than Full Tuition1.04%2.33%3.26%1.19%0.00%0.00%
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