Michigan State University College of Law Tuition, Fees, COA, and Financial Aid
2024 Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition & fees at Michigan State University College of Law is $47,984 according to the Michigan State University College of Law Bursar/Financial Office. Compared to private law schools in U.S., Michigan State University College of Law' tuition is slightly lower than the average tuition of $56,676. Compared to private law schools in Michigan, its tuition is similar to the average tuition of $47,293.
Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart
The following table & chart compares Michigan State 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 Michigan State University College of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $45K and $50K
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University College of Law | $47,984 | |
| All Law Schools | $30,489 | $51,002 |
| Public | $30,489 | $43,678 |
| Private | $56,676 | |
| Michigan Law Schools | $47,577 | $51,457 |
| Public | $47,577 | $55,622 |
| Private | $47,293 | |
Law School Tuition Changes Over Past 5 Years
The tuition & fees at Michigan State University College of Law has increased by 0.33% compared to last year. It has increased by 7.99% over the past 6 years from $44,432 to $47,984.
The 2025 estimated tuition & fees is $48,145 with $161 increase, if the this year's increase rate is applied. Based on the average increase rate over past 5 years, the 2025 estimated tuition & fees is $48,751, which is $767 more than this year.
| Tuition & Fees | Change % | |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2019 | $44,432 | ▼- |
| 2019-2020 | $45,838 | ▲3.16% |
| 2020-2021 | $45,838 | ▲0.00% |
| 2021-2022 | $47,800 | ▲4.28% |
| 2022-2023 | $47,824 | ▲0.05% |
| 2023-2024 | $47,984 | ▲0.33% |
Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses
The 2024 cost of attendance at Michigan State University College of Law is $70,114. It includes tuition & fees, living costs, costs for books & supplies, transportation & travel costs, and other living expenses, but may exclude health insurance fee, loan fee, and required exam fee. After receiving grants and scholarships, the COA down to $35,114. For detailed costs breakdown, see Michigan State University College of Law's bursar/financial aid page.
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| Cost of Attendance | $70,114 |
| Tuition & Fees | $47,984 |
| Room & Board, Transportation | $16,010 |
| Books | $3,072 |
| Other Expenses | $3,048 |
| COA after Grants/Scholarships Received | $35,114 |
| Average Grants/Scholarships Amount | $35,000 |
Data Source: Michigan State University College of Law Bursar/Financial Office, IPEDS data center
Financial Aid Statistics
Grants and Scholarships Received
In 2023, 99.06% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $35,000 at Michigan State University College of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Michigan State University College of Law is much higher than the average percentage of 81.23%. Compared to law schools in Michigan, the received percentage is higher than the average of 80%.
| Percent Received | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University College of Law | 99.06% | $35,000 |
| All Law Schools | 81.23% | $22,897 |
| Public | 79.84% | $16,599 |
| Private | 82.32% | $27,821 |
| Michigan Law Schools | 80.09% | $26,192 |
| Public | 87.01% | $30,331 |
| Private | 73.17% | $22,054 |
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 635 enrolled students, 629 students 99.06% received grants and/or scholarships. 23.69% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 51.83% received more than half amount of tuition.
For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $41,040 and the 25th percentile amount is $25,000.
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 710 | 698 | 632 | 665 | 635 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 612 | 648 | 610 | 650 | 629 |
| Percent Received | 86.20% | 92.84% | 96.52% | 97.74% | 99.06% |
| Received Amount | |||||
| 25th Percentile | $22,100 | $20,000 | $18,000 | $19,472 | $25,000 |
| 50th Percentile | $22,100 | $28,000 | $28,000 | $29,472 | $35,000 |
| 75th Percentile | $33,150 | $38,000 | $36,000 | $37,472 | $41,040 |
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of those who received financial aid, 24.48% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 51.83% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
In special, 23.69% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 149 out of total 643 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Received | 626 | 652 | 610 | 650 | 629 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 24.44% | 26.38% | 26.23% | 34.15% | 24.48% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 59.27% | 59.05% | 61.48% | 52.46% | 51.83% |
| Full Tuition | 14.87% | 14.20% | 11.97% | 11.54% | 23.37% |
| More than Full Tuition | 1.14% | 0.31% | 0.33% | 1.85% | 0.32% |
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