Financial Support
Online Tuition & Financial Aid
Understand the investment in your legal education and explore funding options.
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.
All students are awarded scholarships for the upcoming Spring 2026 term
Tuition costs after scholarships are applied range from $36,396 – $58,233
Tuition operates on a per credit cost. Final per credit cost depends on scholarship awarded
*all programs are subject to annual tuition change
Online Law 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.
$3,033 per credit
(Excluding any discount.)
$12,528.78
(Per year, 1/3 per term)
$3,447
(Per year, 1/3 per term)
$1,500
(Per year, 1/3 per term)
$1,200
(Per year, 1/3 per term)
$675
(Per year, 1/3 per term)
$340
(Per year, 1/3 per term)$19,690.78
(Per year, 1/3 per term)
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
