How much does law school cost?
Law school is expensive. Available financial resources include low-interest educational loan programs, some federal funding, and school-specific scholarships (which generally go to the early applicants). Many law students rely on loans to cover tuition and other school-related costs. It is not uncommon to incur a debt load of $100,000 for three years of law school! Before entering law school, pay off (or significantly reduce) credit card debt and other forms of consumer debt. Save as much money as possible to apply toward tuition and related costs. Don’t rely on borrowing any more money than you absolutely must to finance your legal education. Keep lifestyle expectations consistent with your financial resources — don’t expect to live like a well-paid lawyer while in law school. Check your credit! It’s easy, inexpensive, and will save you lots of time later. Knowing what is on your credit report will give you the opportunity to correct any discrepancies, and could mean a significant di
