New York University School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    New York University School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $90,638. New York University School of Law's tuition is much higher than the national average ($61,794) for private law schools in the United States. Compared to other private law schools in New York, New York University School of Law's tuition is slightly higher than the state average ($76,199).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at New York University School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares New York 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 New York University School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition over $70K
    2027 New York University School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    New York University School of Law$90,638
    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
    New York University School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by New York University School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    New York University School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at New York University School of Law has increased by 3.93% compared to last year. It has increased by 4.08% over the past 8 years from $68,348 to $90,638.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $94,200 with $3,562 increase, if the this year's increase rate (3.93%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (4.08%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $94,339, which is $3,701 more than this year.
    New York 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 New York University School of Law is $123,308. 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 $20,000 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$103,308.
    New York University School of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$123,308
    Tuition$83,952
    Fees$3,262
    On-Campus Living Costs$36,094
    Off-Campus Living Costs$36,094
    At-Home Living Costs$14,794
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$103,308
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$20,000
    Data Source: New York University School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 65.56% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $20,000 at New York University School of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at New York University School of Law is lower than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in New York, the received percentage is slightly lower than the average of 79%.
    You can check financial aid trends at New York University School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    New York University School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    New York University School of Law65.56%$20,000
    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 1,327 enrolled students, 870 students 65.56% received grants and/or scholarships. 17.01% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 7.59% received more than half amount of tuition.
    For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $35,750 and the 25th percentile amount is $12,000.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Total Enrollment1,3791,3711,4131,4131,3671,327
    Grants/Scholarships Received735753835859910870
    Percent Received53.30%54.92%59.09%60.79%66.57%65.56%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$15,000$16,000$15,000$15,000$12,000$12,000
    50th Percentile$25,000$26,000$26,000$25,000$21,000$20,000
    75th Percentile$40,000$41,000$36,000$35,000$35,000$35,750

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of those who received financial aid, 75.40% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 7.59% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    In special, 17.01% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 148 out of total 2,172 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Number Received735753835859910870
    Half or Less than Tuition74.69%67.07%72.34%76.83%78.68%75.40%
    Half to Full Tuition5.03%12.35%11.02%7.57%5.82%7.59%
    Full Tuition20.27%20.58%16.65%15.60%15.49%17.01%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
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