Northern Illinois University College of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    Northern Illinois University College of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $26,925. Northern Illinois University 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 Illinois, Northern Illinois University College of Law's tuition is lower than the state average ($37,607).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at Northern Illinois University College of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares Northern Illinois 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 Northern Illinois University College of Law with law schools that have similar tuition under $30K
    2027 Northern Illinois University College of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    Northern Illinois University College of Law$26,925
    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
    Northern Illinois University College of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by Northern Illinois University College of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    Northern Illinois University College of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at Northern Illinois University College of Law has increased by 11.88% compared to last year. It has increased by 3.45% over the past 8 years from $21,970 to $26,925.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $30,124 with $3,199 increase, if the this year's increase rate (11.88%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (3.45%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $27,853, which is $928 more than this year.
    Northern Illinois 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 Northern Illinois University College of Law is $46,809. 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 $8,274 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$38,535.
    Northern Illinois University College of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$46,809
    Tuition$23,667
    Fees$400
    On-Campus Living Costs$22,742
    Off-Campus Living Costs$22,742
    At-Home Living Costs$12,822
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$38,535
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$8,274
    Data Source: Northern Illinois University College of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 77.81% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $8,274 at Northern Illinois University College of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Northern Illinois University College of Law is similar to the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Illinois, the received percentage is similar to the average of 84%.
    You can check financial aid trends at Northern Illinois University College of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    Northern Illinois University College of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    Northern Illinois University College of Law77.81%$8,274
    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 338 enrolled students, 263 students 77.81% received grants and/or scholarships.
    For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $12,411 and the 25th percentile amount is $4,137.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Total Enrollment280307322312317338
    Grants/Scholarships Received206218219214226263
    Percent Received73.57%71.01%68.01%68.59%71.29%77.81%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$8,127$5,000$5,000$5,000$5,000$4,137
    50th Percentile$12,191$8,127$8,192$8,274$8,274$8,274
    75th Percentile$16,754$12,191$11,792$12,411$12,411$12,411

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of those who received financial aid, 67.30% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 32.70% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Number Received206218219214226263
    Half or Less than Tuition61.65%61.01%67.58%65.89%69.03%67.30%
    Half to Full Tuition37.86%36.70%31.51%34.11%30.53%32.70%
    Full Tuition0.00%0.92%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
    More than Full Tuition0.49%1.38%0.91%0.00%0.44%0.00%
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