University of St. Thomas School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    University of St. Thomas School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $53,568. University of St. Thomas 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 Minnesota, University of St. Thomas School of Law's tuition is similar to the state average ($55,704).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at University of St. Thomas School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares University of St. Thomas 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 St. Thomas School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $50K and $55K
    2027 University of St. Thomas School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    University of St. Thomas School of Law$53,568
    All Law Schools$33,157$55,459
    Public$33,157$47,209
    Private$61,794
    Minnesota Law Schools$56,790$59,706
    Public$56,790$67,710
    Private$55,704
    University of St. Thomas School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by University of St. Thomas School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    University of St. Thomas School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at University of St. Thomas School of Law has increased by 3.75% compared to last year. It has increased by 3.33% over the past 8 years from $43,566 to $53,568.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $55,577 with $2,009 increase, if the this year's increase rate (3.75%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (3.33%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $55,351, which is $1,783 more than this year.
    University of St. Thomas 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 St. Thomas School of Law is $79,040. 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 $26,865 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$52,175.
    University of St. Thomas School of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$79,040
    Tuition$50,998
    Fees$634
    On-Campus Living Costs$27,408
    Off-Campus Living Costs$27,408
    At-Home Living Costs-
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$52,175
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$26,865
    Data Source: University of St. Thomas School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 99.79% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $26,865 at University of St. Thomas School of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at University of St. Thomas School of Law is much higher than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Minnesota, the received percentage is similar to the average of 95%.
    You can check financial aid trends at University of St. Thomas School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    University of St. Thomas School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    University of St. Thomas School of Law99.79%$26,865
    All Law Schools80.58%$24,147
    Public79.05%$18,032
    Private81.76%$28,843
    Minnesota Law Schools94.89%$32,198
    Public94.37%$35,000
    Private95.15%$30,798

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

    For 475 enrolled students, 474 students 99.79% received grants and/or scholarships. 5.70% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 53.80% received more than half amount of tuition.
    For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $34,490 and the 25th percentile amount is $19,678.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Total Enrollment451474482525476475
    Grants/Scholarships Received449474482469472474
    Percent Received99.56%100.00%100.00%89.33%99.16%99.79%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$18,650$16,919$17,950$19,031$16,743$19,678
    50th Percentile$25,666$25,379$25,703$25,421$23,919$26,865
    75th Percentile$33,890$33,147$34,625$33,656$33,487$34,490

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of those who received financial aid, 40.51% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 53.80% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    In special, 5.70% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 27 out of total 516 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Number Received449474482469472474
    Half or Less than Tuition77.51%76.58%77.39%77.83%81.57%40.51%
    Half to Full Tuition17.59%18.78%19.71%20.47%15.47%53.80%
    Full Tuition4.90%4.64%2.90%1.71%2.97%5.70%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
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