North Carolina Central University School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid
2027 Tuition & Fees
North Carolina Central University School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $16,624 for North Carolina residents and $40,050 for out-of-state students. North Carolina Central University School of Law's tuition is slightly lower than the national average ($47,209) for public law schools in the United States. Compared to other public law schools in North Carolina, North Carolina Central University School of Law's tuition is slightly lower than the state average ($48,952).
The following table & chart compares North Carolina Central 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 North Carolina Central University School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $40K and $45K
2027 North Carolina Central University School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
In-State
Out-of-State
North Carolina Central University School of Law
$16,624
$40,050
All Law Schools
$33,157
$55,459
Public
$33,157
$47,209
Private
$61,794
North Carolina Law Schools
$24,870
$60,659
Public
$24,870
$48,952
Private
$66,512
North Carolina Central University School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
North Carolina Central University School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020
The tuition & fees at North Carolina Central University School of Law has decreased by 4.33% compared to last year. It has increased by 0.99% over the past 8 years from $36,116 to $40,050.
The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $38,316 with - increase, if the this year's increase rate (-4.33%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (0.99%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $40,447, which is $397 more than this year.
North Carolina Central University School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020
Year
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Change %
2020-2021
$19,018
$41,690
-
2021-2022
$18,863
$41,535
-
2022-2023
$18,965
$41,637
0.25%
2023-2024
$23,007
$57,015
36.93%
2024-2025
$19,125
$41,797
-
2025-2026
$19,190
$41,862
0.16%
2026-2027
$16,624
$40,050
-
North Carolina Central 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 North Carolina Central University School of Law is $47,482 for North Carolina residents and $70,154 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 $12,982 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$57,172.
North Carolina Central University School of Law Cost of Attendance
In 2026, 75.38% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $12,982 at North Carolina Central University School of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at North Carolina Central University School of Law is slightly lower than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in North Carolina, the received percentage is slightly lower than the average of 89%.
North Carolina Central University School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
Percent Received
Average Amount
North Carolina Central University School of Law
75.38%
$12,982
All Law Schools
80.58%
$24,147
Public
79.05%
$18,032
Private
81.76%
$28,843
North Carolina Law Schools
88.53%
$25,054
Public
85.12%
$14,991
Private
90.24%
$30,086
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 391 enrolled students, 281 students 71.87% received grants and/or scholarships. 19.93% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 34.16% received more than half amount of tuition.
For full-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $20,907 and the 25th percentile amount is $8,080. For part-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $10,000 and the 25th percentile amount is $6,000.
The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Full-time
Enrollment
307
341
396
415
360
329
Grants/Scholarships Received
194
329
399
269
264
248
Percent Received
63.19%
96.48%
100.76%
64.82%
73.33%
75.38%
Received Amount
25th Percentile
$6,000
$2,887
$5,050
$8,000
$10,000
$8,080
50th Percentile
$10,000
$8,243
$10,100
$10,405
$12,000
$12,982
75th Percentile
$15,091
$14,965
$16,575
$16,828
$20,000
$20,907
Part-time
Enrollment
57
63
64
64
72
62
Grants/Scholarships Received
25
62
43
32
33
33
Percent Received
43.86%
98.41%
67.19%
50.00%
45.83%
53.23%
Received Amount
25th Percentile
$2,999
$2,220
$2,995
$4,500
$6,876
$6,000
50th Percentile
$4,366
$3,015
$5,033
$8,130
$10,000
$7,500
75th Percentile
$9,876
$8,028
$9,654
$11,268
$14,170
$10,000
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of full-time students who received financial aid, 43.95% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 34.68% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
In special, 21.37% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. For part-time students who received grants/scholarships, 330.30% of students received less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 30.30% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
