Living expenses are estimated for the person that will be attending the College of Law and the budget is based on a 9 month estimate. For graduate students the Room and Board budget estimate is raised to $950 per month. Estimated Cost of Attendance for 2008-2009 (these figures are estimates based on last year's figures and projected increases. The actual budget will be set and approved by the Board of Visitors in the Spring of 2008 and released to you at that time.)
|
ILLINOIS RESIDENT |
NON-RESIDENT |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Tuition1 |
$28,0002 |
$36,000 |
Fees3 |
$3,262 |
$3,262 |
Room and Board |
$10,964 |
$10,964 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,750 |
$1,750 |
Other Expenses |
$2,760 |
$2.760 |
TOTAL |
$46,736 |
$54,736 |
 |
1) Future tuition increases are capped at 6%
2) The Board of Trustees set tuition $2,000 per year higher than we originally estimated
3) Fees include health insurance
*Total budget does not reflect the cost of the computer required by the College of Law. (Maximum cost is
approximately $2500 if purchased through the University. Review the College's computer ownership policy.)
***Residency is determined by the Office of Admissions and Records (OAR). An applicant is considered an Illinois resident if he/she has lived in Illinois for 12 months prior to matriculation in a program or if one of his/her parents reside in Illinois. Admitted students may petition for residency in the State of Illinois;
residency is determined by the University's Office of Admissions and Records.