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Online Tuition & Financial Aid

Understand the investment in your legal education and explore funding options.

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2025-2026 Academic Year

A transparent look at tuition and fees.

WashU Law believes in sharing transparent information about educational costs to help you plan your investment in legal education.

Total Program Cost $57,000

Scholarship funding is available on a competitive basis.

Tuition operates on a per credit cost. The current per credit cost is $2,375.

All programs are subject to annual tuition change.

2025-2026

Cost of Attendance

The Cost of Attendance (COA) is a federally required estimate of the total expenses associated with your academic year. It is not the amount that will appear on your bill. While many online students (especially working professionals) primarily focus on covering direct educational costs such as tuition and required fees, the COA also includes indirect expenses like books, supplies, technology, and general living costs.

Because these categories are included, the overall COA may appear higher than the amount you anticipate spending. Its purpose is to outline the maximum level of financial aid or federal loans for which you may qualify. Students are encouraged to consider their individual circumstances and borrow only what aligns with their actual educational needs.

Tuition

$2,375 per credit

(Excluding any discount.)


Housing (rent, utilities, phone/internet)

$12,528.78

(Per year, 1/3 per term)


Food

$3,447

(Per year, 1/3 per term)


Books

$1,500

(Per year, 1/3 per term)


Miscellaneous

$1,200

(Per year, 1/3 per term)


Transportation

$675

(Per year, 1/3 per term)


Fees

$340

(Per year, 1/3 per term)

Total

$19,690.78

(Per year, 1/3 per term)

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Federal Student Aid

Access funding for your legal education.

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for federal loans and determine your eligibility for need-based assistance. It takes approximately ten days for the school to receive your FAFSA report. Students are responsible for completing all necessary documents and meeting required deadlines.

FAFSA Code for WashU Law: 002520

Learn More About Federal Aid

FAQs

Your questions answered.

Scholarships are determined using application materials. No external application is needed.

Credit structure – final per credit cost is determined by the individual scholarship awarded. Scholarships are evenly distributed on a per credit basis; therefore, each credit is prorated.

Schedule a consultation with Allison Roberts, Assistant Director of Distance Learning, to discuss your individual borrowing needs and financial aid options.

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