University of Richmond School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    University of Richmond School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $59,900. University of Richmond 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 Virginia, University of Richmond School of Law's tuition is slightly higher than the state average ($51,670).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at University of Richmond School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares University of Richmond 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 Richmond School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $55K and $60K
    2027 University of Richmond School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    University of Richmond School of Law$59,900
    All Law Schools$33,157$55,459
    Public$33,157$47,209
    Private$61,794
    Virginia Law Schools$52,392$57,688
    Public$52,392$67,717
    Private$51,670
    University of Richmond School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by University of Richmond School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    University of Richmond School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at University of Richmond School of Law has increased by 3.81% compared to last year. It has increased by 20.87% over the past 8 years from $24,300 to $59,900.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $62,182 with $2,282 increase, if the this year's increase rate (3.81%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (20.87%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $72,399, which is $12,499 more than this year.
    University of Richmond 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 Richmond School of Law is $84,210. 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$44,210.
    University of Richmond School of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$84,210
    Tuition$57,700
    Fees-
    On-Campus Living Costs$26,510
    Off-Campus Living Costs$26,510
    At-Home Living Costs-
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$44,210
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$40,000
    Data Source: University of Richmond School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 81.38% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $40,000 at University of Richmond School of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at University of Richmond School of Law is similar to the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Virginia, the received percentage is similar to the average of 85%.
    You can check financial aid trends at University of Richmond School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    University of Richmond School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    University of Richmond School of Law81.38%$40,000
    All Law Schools80.58%$24,147
    Public79.05%$18,032
    Private81.76%$28,843
    Virginia Law Schools84.87%$26,944
    Public72.35%$28,434
    Private92.39%$26,050

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

    For 392 enrolled students, 319 students 81.38% received grants and/or scholarships. 33.86% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 31.66% received more than half amount of tuition.
    For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $55,550 and the 25th percentile amount is $20,000.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Total Enrollment388419421424408392
    Grants/Scholarships Received293337353355333319
    Percent Received75.52%80.43%83.85%83.73%81.62%81.38%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$15,000$15,000$15,000$15,000$15,000$20,000
    50th Percentile$30,000$30,000$30,000$30,000$32,968$40,000
    75th Percentile$46,400$48,600$50,500$51,510$53,440$55,550

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of those who received financial aid, 34.48% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 31.66% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    In special, 33.86% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 108 out of total 407 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Number Received293337353355333319
    Half or Less than Tuition37.20%37.09%49.86%46.48%39.64%34.48%
    Half to Full Tuition33.45%31.45%23.23%26.48%35.14%31.66%
    Full Tuition27.65%29.97%25.78%25.92%24.02%31.66%
    More than Full Tuition1.71%1.48%1.13%1.13%0.90%2.19%
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