Cost of Attendance | Southwestern Law School

Cost of Attendance | Southwestern Law School
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Southwestern
Law School
Los Angeles
Estimated Attendance Cost
The chart below is used to determine financial need and is designed to provide students with a modest but realistic standard of living; it reflects the average education-related costs of attending Southwestern. The rent amount for on-campus housing reflects an average of units available but actual costs will range above and below that figure based on the specific unit a student selects. All amounts are estimates and your actual expenses may vary.
Extra costs that students with disabilities may incur while pursuing legal studies are considered when determining financial need. Federal and state programs may provide additional resources.
If your living expenses exceed the average living expenses, you should consider completing the Budget Increase Application. This may allow you to increase your overall budget and change your financial aid eligibility.
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance
Southwestern Law School (Off-Campus)
Juris Doctor
Full-Time
Part-Time
SCALE
Tuition
$65,686
$43,810
$92,272
Rent
$16,380
$16,380
$21,840
Food
$5,400
$5,400
$7,200
Health Insurance
$4,820
$4,820
$5,158
Transportation
$4,212
$4,212
$5,616
Personal & Miscellaneous
$3,780
$3,780
$5,040
Utilities
$2,970
$2,970
$3,960
Loan Fees + Student Tuition Recovery Fee
$2,600
$1,612
$3,900
Books & Supplies
$2,000
$1,150
$3,200
Estimated Total Cost
$107,848
$84,134
$148,186
Contact Information
Admissions
W102
Tel:
213-738-6834
Email:
admissions@swlaw.edu
Financial Aid
Tel:
213-738-6719
Email:
finaid@swlaw.edu
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