Northern Illinois University College of Law Tuition, Fees, COA, and Financial Aid
2024 Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition & fees at Northern Illinois University College of Law is $23,553 according to the Northern Illinois University College of Law Bursar/Financial Office. Compared to public law schools in U.S., Northern Illinois University College of Law' tuition is much lower than the average tuition of $43,678. Compared to public law schools in Illinois, its tuition is much lower than the average tuition of $34,177.
Undergraduate & Graduate Program Costs
The average undergraduate tuition & fees is $12,506 for state residents and $12,506 for out-out-state students at Northern Illinois University. The average graduate tuition & fees is $9,090 for state residents and $9,090 for out-out-state students. The law school tuition is 88.33% higher than undergraduate tuition and 159.11% higher than graduate tuition at Northern Illinois University.
Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart
The following table & chart compares Northern Illinois 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 Northern Illinois University College of Law with law schools that have similar tuition under $30K
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University College of Law | $23,553 | |
| All Law Schools | $30,489 | $51,002 |
| Public | $30,489 | $43,678 |
| Private | $56,676 | |
| Illinois Law Schools | $29,877 | $52,161 |
| Public | $29,877 | $34,177 |
| Private | $64,151 | |
Law School Tuition Changes Over Past 5 Years
The tuition & fees at Northern Illinois University College of Law has increased by 4.41% compared to last year. It has not risen in the past changed over past 6 years.
The 2025 estimated tuition & fees is $24,591 with $1,038 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 $21,562, which is - more than this year.
| Tuition & Fees | Change % | |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2019 | $40,792 | ▼- |
| 2019-2020 | $24,528 | ▼-39.87% |
| 2020-2021 | $24,310 | ▼-0.89% |
| 2021-2022 | $24,642 | ▲1.37% |
| 2022-2023 | $22,559 | ▼-8.45% |
| 2023-2024 | $23,553 | ▲4.41% |
Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses
The 2024 cost of attendance at Northern Illinois University College of Law is $44,201. 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 $35,927. For detailed costs breakdown, see Northern Illinois University College of Law's bursar/financial aid page.
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| Cost of Attendance | $44,201 |
| Tuition & Fees | $23,553 |
| Room & Board, Transportation | $15,396 |
| Books | $1,810 |
| Other Expenses | $3,442 |
| COA after Grants/Scholarships Received | $35,927 |
| Average Grants/Scholarships Amount | $8,274 |
Data Source: Northern Illinois University College of Law Bursar/Financial Office, IPEDS data center
Financial Aid Statistics
Grants and Scholarships Received
In 2023, 68.59% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $8,274 at Northern Illinois University College of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Northern Illinois University College of Law is lower than the average percentage of 81.23%. Compared to law schools in Illinois, the received percentage is slightly lower than the average of 83%.
| Percent Received | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University College of Law | 68.59% | $8,274 |
| All Law Schools | 81.23% | $22,897 |
| Public | 79.84% | $16,599 |
| Private | 82.32% | $27,821 |
| Illinois Law Schools | 83.06% | $25,117 |
| Public | 75.29% | $17,992 |
| Private | 88.25% | $29,867 |
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 312 enrolled students, 214 students 68.59% received grants and/or scholarships.
For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $12,411 and the 25th percentile amount is $5,000.
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 260 | 280 | 307 | 322 | 312 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 169 | 206 | 218 | 219 | 214 |
| Percent Received | 65.00% | 73.57% | 71.01% | 68.01% | 68.59% |
| Received Amount | |||||
| 25th Percentile | $3,000 | $8,127 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| 50th Percentile | $8,127 | $12,191 | $8,127 | $8,192 | $8,274 |
| 75th Percentile | $12,191 | $16,754 | $12,191 | $11,792 | $12,411 |
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of those who received financial aid, 65.89% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 34.11% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Received | 169 | 206 | 218 | 219 | 214 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 63.31% | 61.65% | 61.01% | 67.58% | 65.89% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 36.09% | 37.86% | 36.70% | 31.51% | 34.11% |
| Full Tuition | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.92% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| More than Full Tuition | 0.59% | 0.49% | 1.38% | 0.91% | 0.00% |
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