Santa Clara University School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    Santa Clara University School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $66,790. Santa Clara University School 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 California, Santa Clara University School of Law's tuition is similar to the state average ($68,138).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at Santa Clara University School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara University School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $65K and $70K
    2027 Santa Clara University School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    Santa Clara University School of Law$66,790
    All Law Schools$33,157$55,459
    Public$33,157$47,209
    Private$61,794
    California Law Schools$63,402$70,223
    Public$63,402$75,644
    Private$68,138
    Santa Clara University School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by Santa Clara University School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    Santa Clara University School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at Santa Clara University School of Law has increased by 6.78% compared to last year. It has increased by 2.96% over the past 8 years from $56,280 to $66,790.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $71,318 with $4,528 increase, if the this year's increase rate (6.78%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (2.96%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $68,768, which is $1,978 more than this year.
    Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara University School of Law is $98,169. 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 $40,000 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$58,169.
    Santa Clara University School of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$98,169
    Tuition$61,561
    Fees$990
    On-Campus Living Costs$35,618
    Off-Campus Living Costs$35,618
    At-Home Living Costs$35,618
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$58,169
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$40,000
    Data Source: Santa Clara University School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 64.54% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $40,000 at Santa Clara University School of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Santa Clara University School of Law is lower than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in California, the received percentage is slightly lower than the average of 77%.
    You can check financial aid trends at Santa Clara University School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    Santa Clara University School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    Santa Clara University School of Law64.54%$40,000
    All Law Schools80.58%$24,147
    Public79.05%$18,032
    Private81.76%$28,843
    California Law Schools76.97%$34,132
    Public89.79%$25,123
    Private72.04%$37,597

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

    For 694 enrolled students, 426 students 61.38% received grants and/or scholarships. 32.39% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 39.20% received more than half amount of tuition.
    For full-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $57,262 and the 25th percentile amount is $30,000. For part-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $35,400 and the 25th percentile amount is $20,000.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Full-time
    Enrollment711730624598571564
    Grants/Scholarships Received308364381464377364
    Percent Received43.32%49.86%61.06%77.59%66.02%64.54%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$15,000$15,000$15,000$17,726$25,000$30,000
    50th Percentile$25,000$25,000$25,000$30,000$40,000$40,000
    75th Percentile$30,000$35,000$35,000$40,000$59,254$57,262
    Part-time
    Enrollment00826791130
    Grants/Scholarships Received194069493262
    Percent Received--84.15%73.13%35.16%47.69%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$10,000$10,000$10,000$10,000$15,000$20,000
    50th Percentile$10,000$15,000$25,000$15,000$30,000$25,000
    75th Percentile$14,199$26,250$35,000$30,000$46,726$35,400

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of full-time students who received financial aid, 28.85% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 37.64% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    In special, 33.52% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. For part-time students who received grants/scholarships, 169.35% of students received less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 48.39% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Full-time
    Number Received308364381464377364
    Half or Less than Tuition68.51%63.19%55.38%42.89%27.85%28.85%
    Half to Full Tuition28.25%31.59%40.42%29.31%38.46%37.64%
    Full Tuition3.25%5.22%4.20%6.90%32.36%31.59%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.00%0.22%1.33%1.92%
    Part-time
    Number Received194069493262
    Half or Less than Tuition78.95%50.00%40.58%48.98%40.63%25.81%
    Half to Full Tuition0.00%42.50%46.38%32.65%12.50%48.39%
    Full Tuition21.05%7.50%13.04%8.16%40.63%20.97%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%6.25%4.84%
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