Hofstra University School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    Hofstra University School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $76,730. Hofstra University School of Law's tuition is higher than the national average ($61,794) for private law schools in the United States. Compared to other private law schools in New York, Hofstra University School of Law's tuition is similar to the state average ($76,199).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at Hofstra University School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares Hofstra University 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 Hofstra University School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition over $70K
    2027 Hofstra University School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    Hofstra University School of Law$76,730
    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
    Hofstra University School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by Hofstra University School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    Hofstra University School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at Hofstra University School of Law has increased by 2.50% compared to last year. It has increased by 3.40% over the past 8 years from $62,064 to $76,730.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $78,648 with $1,918 increase, if the this year's increase rate (2.50%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (3.40%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $79,341, which is $2,611 more than this year.
    Hofstra University School 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 Hofstra University School of Law is $106,895. 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 $35,793 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$71,102.
    Hofstra University School of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$106,895
    Tuition$73,344
    Fees$1,516
    On-Campus Living Costs$32,035
    Off-Campus Living Costs$36,009
    At-Home Living Costs-
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$71,102
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$35,793
    Data Source: Hofstra University School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 84.89% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $35,793 at Hofstra University School of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Hofstra University School of Law is slightly higher than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in New York, the received percentage is similar to the average of 79%.
    You can check financial aid trends at Hofstra University School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    Hofstra University School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    Hofstra University School of Law84.89%$35,793
    All Law Schools80.58%$24,147
    Public79.05%$18,032
    Private81.76%$28,843
    New York Law Schools78.64%$30,040
    Public32.69%$7,750
    Private85.20%$33,225

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

    For 812 enrolled students, 681 students 83.87% received grants and/or scholarships. 27.02% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 24.08% received more than half amount of tuition.
    For full-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $71,586 and the 25th percentile amount is $17,500. For part-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $46,813 and the 25th percentile amount is $10,000.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Full-time
    Enrollment761782785783792781
    Grants/Scholarships Received636690668659678663
    Percent Received83.57%88.24%85.10%84.16%85.61%84.89%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$13,254$15,000$15,000$15,000$15,000$17,500
    50th Percentile$30,485$30,000$32,500$35,000$35,000$35,793
    75th Percentile$60,970$62,780$64,022$66,554$68,860$71,586
    Part-time
    Enrollment374145484031
    Grants/Scholarships Received302730302518
    Percent Received81.08%65.85%66.67%62.50%62.50%58.06%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$10,000$11,875$10,000$10,000$5,625$10,000
    50th Percentile$22,500$20,000$24,489$22,463$17,500$25,000
    75th Percentile$35,835$43,511$47,954$49,852$33,750$46,813

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of full-time students who received financial aid, 48.57% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 24.28% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    In special, 27.15% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. For part-time students who received grants/scholarships, 1,788.89% of students received less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 16.67% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Full-time
    Number Received636690668659678663
    Half or Less than Tuition48.74%51.30%45.66%47.50%46.02%48.57%
    Half to Full Tuition22.48%21.74%21.11%21.40%21.68%24.28%
    Full Tuition28.77%26.67%32.78%30.96%32.30%27.15%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.29%0.45%0.15%0.00%0.00%
    Part-time
    Number Received302730302518
    Half or Less than Tuition50.00%59.26%46.67%50.00%76.00%61.11%
    Half to Full Tuition36.67%18.52%23.33%20.00%8.00%16.67%
    Full Tuition13.33%22.22%30.00%30.00%16.00%22.22%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
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