University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid
2027 Tuition & Fees
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $50,321. University of Detroit Mercy School of Law's tuition is slightly lower than the national average ($61,794) for private law schools in the United States. Compared to other private law schools in Michigan, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law's tuition is similar to the state average ($51,524).
The following table & chart compares University of Detroit Mercy 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 University of Detroit Mercy School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $50K and $55K
2027 University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
In-State
Out-of-State
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
$50,321
All Law Schools
$33,157
$55,459
Public
$33,157
$47,209
Private
$61,794
Michigan Law Schools
$54,290
$56,985
Public
$54,290
$62,445
Private
$51,524
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020
The tuition & fees at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law has increased by 4.89% compared to last year. It has increased by 1.78% over the past 8 years from $45,300 to $50,321.
The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $52,782 with $2,461 increase, if the this year's increase rate (4.89%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (1.78%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $51,217, which is $896 more than this year.
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020
Year
Tuition & Fees
Change %
2020-2021
$45,300
-
2021-2022
$45,415
0.25%
2022-2023
$45,415
-
2023-2024
$46,339
2.03%
2024-2025
$46,724
0.83%
2025-2026
$47,976
2.68%
2026-2027
$50,321
4.89%
University of Detroit Mercy 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 University of Detroit Mercy School of Law is $71,959. 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 $18,636 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$53,323.
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Cost of Attendance
In 2026, 57.79% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $18,636 at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law is much lower than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Michigan, the received percentage is lower than the average of 79%.
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
Percent Received
Average Amount
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
57.79%
$18,636
All Law Schools
80.58%
$24,147
Public
79.05%
$18,032
Private
81.76%
$28,843
Michigan Law Schools
78.74%
$29,450
Public
89.76%
$33,879
Private
67.73%
$25,021
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 628 enrolled students, 364 students 57.96% received grants and/or scholarships. 1.65% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 49.45% received more than half amount of tuition.
For full-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $32,614 and the 25th percentile amount is $10,504. For part-time students, the 75th percentile of grants amount is $23,912 and the 25th percentile amount is $8,316.
The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Full-time
Enrollment
530
538
572
578
592
597
Grants/Scholarships Received
225
280
299
309
324
345
Percent Received
42.45%
52.04%
52.27%
53.46%
54.73%
57.79%
Received Amount
25th Percentile
$5,000
$2,000
$4,000
$31,354
$9,318
$10,504
50th Percentile
$18,663
$17,000
$17,916
$19,276
$20,343
$18,636
75th Percentile
$30,000
$29,906
$31,354
$8,958
$31,984
$32,614
Part-time
Enrollment
62
50
41
33
27
31
Grants/Scholarships Received
33
36
25
22
21
19
Percent Received
53.23%
72.00%
60.98%
66.67%
77.78%
61.29%
Received Amount
25th Percentile
$10,332
$6,625
$13,438
$25,984
$9,272
$8,316
50th Percentile
$13,960
$15,000
$18,812
$21,161
$14,948
$20,428
75th Percentile
$18,812
$25,627
$30,423
$10,985
$23,632
$23,912
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of full-time students who received financial aid, 48.41% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 50.14% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
In special, 1.45% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. For part-time students who received grants/scholarships, 878.95% of students received less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 36.84% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
