Tuition, Aid & Scholarships

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Understanding Your Financial Responsibilities

Pursuing a legal education requires a significant investment of various resources—including time and money. We want to provide you information to help you understand the financial investment that is required of you as a ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ School of Law student.

In addition to the information presented here, our admissions officers can assist you with general questions regarding financial matters. Also, our law school has a special office that helps both enrolled and prospective students understand and manage the financial responsibilities of being a law student, including the process of applying for student loans.

Can't find an answer to one of your financial aid questions? Feel free to contact the Law Student Financial Services Office.

ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Law Student Financial Services Office
Phone:
216.368.3602 or (toll-free) 877.889.4279
Email: lawmoney@case.edu


Cost of a Legal Education at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Law School

Costs indicated are for the 2024-2025 school year.

Costs Paid Directly to ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½

  • Tuition: $62,700
  • Tuition per credit hour: $2,613 per credit hour
  • Student Activities Fee: $170
  • Graduate Student Council Fee: $38
  • RTA Transportation Fee: $130
  • Health Insurance: $3,780

Associated Costs Paid to Others

  • Books and supplies (estimated, will vary): $1,968
  • Living Expenses (estimated, will vary): $22,468 (nine-month budget)

Meal Plans

All students, whether they live on or off-campus, may choose to participate in a university meal plan. In 2024-2025, meal plans start at $7,280 per year (estimated, will vary).

Parking and Transportation

Student parking permits range in cost, depending on the location of the assigned lot. Free shuttle buses operate day and night on a regular schedule around the campus. For more information about transportation, visit Access Services.

Tuition Refund Policy

Student billing transactions are handled by the University Controller's office. To view tuition refund policies, visit the University Registrar.