Understanding tuition and expenses
Because Brooklyn Law School offers the flexibility of full-time 3-year and part-time 4-year J.D. programs, as well as LL.M. and joint degree options, annual costs will vary between these different options.
All J.D. students must earn a minimum of 85 credits to graduate, and standard tuition covers those 85 credits, plus an additional optional 3 free credits for a total of 88 credits.
Your actual cost for housing, living expenses, books, and transportation could be significantly less than the amounts listed above. Students who take loans are encouraged to borrow the minimum amount necessary to meet their basic educational needs. Our Financial Aid team is here to help you navigate and understand your choices.
3-Year (Standard) J.D. Program (2025 - 2026)
Below are annual cost of attendance estimates based on a typical academic year:
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FIRST YEAR |
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| Living Independently | Living with Parents | |
| Tuition | $75,496 | $75,496 |
|
General Fees Registration Fee (one-time fee for entering students) |
$1400 $50 |
$1400 $50 |
|
Total Tuition and Fees |
$76,946 | $76,946 |
| Books | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Housing | $24,765 | $0 |
| Living Expenses | $7,000 | $7,000 |
| Utilities | $1,575 | $1,575 |
| Transportation | $1,188 | $1,188 |
| Total Living Expenses | $36,528 | $11,763 |
| Cost of Attendance | $113,474 | $88,709 |
Additional Costs: Health Insurance (for students who are not covered by their own health insurance)
4-Year (Part-Time) J.D. Program (2025 - 2026)
Below are annual cost of attendance estimates based on a typical academic year:
|
FIRST YEAR |
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| Living Independently | Living with Parents | |
| Tuition | $56,622 | $56,622 |
|
General Fees Registration Fee (one-time fee for entering students) |
$1400 $50 |
$1400 $50 |
|
Total Tuition and Fees |
$58,072 | $58,072 |
| Books | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Housing | $24,765 | $0 |
| Living Expenses | $7,000 | $7,000 |
| Utilities | $1,575 | $1,575 |
| Transportation | $1,188 | $1,188 |
| Total Living Expenses | $36,028 | $11,263 |
| Cost of Attendance | $94,100 | $69,335 |
Additional Costs: Health Insurance (for students who are not covered by their own health insurance).
LL.M. Program for Internationally Trained Lawyers
The living expenses are estimated costs which vary depending on the student’s actual expenses. For the 2025-2026 academic year (for 24 credits) the estimated cost of attendance including housing is as follows:
| Full-time | Part-time | ||
| Tuition* |
$63,948
|
$40,992
|
|
| General Fees | $1400 | $1400 | |
| Registration Fee (entering students) | $50 | $50 | |
| Books | $2,000 | $1500 | |
| Housing (including utilities) | $24,765 | $24,765 | |
| Living Expenses | $7,000 | $7,000 | |
| Transportation | $7,000 | $7,000 | |
| Health Insurance/Medical** | TBD | TBD | |
| Estimated Total Cost of Attendance |
$101,926
|
$80,110
|
*The U.S. Department of Education has made a determination that students entering Brooklyn Law School's LL.M. program are not eligible for federal student loans. LL.M. students may apply for private student loans. Please contact Financial Aid at fa.app@brooklaw.edu for information on private student loans. Brooklyn Law School offers merit-based scholarships.
**For students who are not covered by their own health insurance. Students may receive a budget adjustment for health insurance costs.