Texas Tech University School of Law Tuition, Fees, COA, and Financial Aid
2024 Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition & fees at Texas Tech University School of Law is $27,532 for Texas residents and $39,232 for out-of-state students according to the Texas Tech University School of Law Bursar/Financial Office. Compared to public law schools in U.S., Texas Tech University School of Law' tuition is slightly lower than the average tuition of $43,678. Compared to public law schools in Texas, its tuition is similar to the average tuition of $42,264.
Undergraduate & Graduate Program Costs
The average undergraduate tuition & fees is $11,852 for state residents and $24,451 for out-out-state students at Texas Tech University. The average graduate tuition & fees is $9,518 for state residents and $17,918 for out-out-state students. The law school tuition is 60.45% higher than undergraduate tuition and 118.95% higher than graduate tuition at Texas Tech University.
Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart
The following table & chart compares Texas Tech University 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 Texas Tech University School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $35K and $40K
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech University School of Law | $27,532 | $39,232 |
| All Law Schools | $30,489 | $51,002 |
| Public | $30,489 | $43,678 |
| Private | $56,676 | |
| Texas Law Schools | $28,720 | $46,770 |
| Public | $28,720 | $42,264 |
| Private | $53,529 | |
Law School Tuition Changes Over Past 5 Years
The tuition & fees at Texas Tech University School of Law has increased by 0.85% compared to last year. It has increased by 13.26% over the past 6 years from $34,640 to $39,232.
The 2025 estimated tuition & fees is $39,565 with $333 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 $40,272, which is $1,040 more than this year.
| In-State | Out-of-State | Change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2019 | $23,090 | $34,640 | ▼- |
| 2019-2020 | $23,154 | $34,704 | ▲0.18% |
| 2020-2021 | $26,932 | $38,302 | ▲10.37% |
| 2021-2022 | $21,796 | $30,892 | ▼-19.35% |
| 2022-2023 | $27,532 | $38,902 | ▲25.93% |
| 2023-2024 | $27,532 | $39,232 | ▲0.85% |
Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses
The 2024 cost of attendance at Texas Tech University School of Law is $44,775 for Texas residents and $56,475 for out-of-state students. 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 $46,475. For detailed costs breakdown, see Texas Tech University School of Law's bursar/financial aid page.
| Texas Residents | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of Attendance | $44,775 | $56,475 |
| Tuition & Fees | $27,532 | $39,232 |
| Room & Board, Transportation | $14,043 | |
| Books | $1,200 | |
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | |
| COA after Grants/Scholarships Received | $34,775 | $46,475 |
| Average Grants/Scholarships Amount | $10,000 | |
Data Source: Texas Tech University School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, IPEDS data center
Financial Aid Statistics
Grants and Scholarships Received
In 2023, 82.88% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $10,000 at Texas Tech University School of Law.
Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Texas Tech University School of Law is similar to the average percentage of 81.23%. Compared to law schools in Texas, the received percentage is similar to the average of 80%.
| Percent Received | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech University School of Law | 82.88% | $10,000 |
| All Law Schools | 81.23% | $22,897 |
| Public | 79.84% | $16,599 |
| Private | 82.32% | $27,821 |
| Texas Law Schools | 80.26% | $15,271 |
| Public | 78.20% | $12,285 |
| Private | 83.34% | $19,750 |
Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile
For 444 enrolled students, 368 students 82.88% received grants and/or scholarships. 3.53% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 25.27% received more than half amount of tuition.
For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $16,718 and the 25th percentile amount is $5,875.
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 412 | 404 | 418 | 428 | 444 |
| Grants/Scholarships Received | 307 | 335 | 340 | 349 | 368 |
| Percent Received | 74.51% | 82.92% | 81.34% | 81.54% | 82.88% |
| Received Amount | |||||
| 25th Percentile | $5,000 | $4,500 | $4,500 | $5,000 | $5,875 |
| 50th Percentile | $10,000 | $8,500 | $8,500 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| 75th Percentile | $15,450 | $12,500 | $15,000 | $12,500 | $16,718 |
How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?
Of those who received financial aid, 71.20% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 25.27% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
In special, 3.53% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 13 out of total 439 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Received | 307 | 335 | 340 | 349 | 368 |
| Half or Less than Tuition | 66.78% | 76.12% | 72.65% | 76.22% | 71.20% |
| Half to Full Tuition | 27.04% | 21.49% | 25.00% | 21.78% | 25.27% |
| Full Tuition | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| More than Full Tuition | 6.19% | 2.39% | 2.35% | 2.01% | 3.53% |
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