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A Quality Legal Education Doesn’t Need to Cost a Fortune

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Purdue Global Law School's mission is to provide you with a first-rate legal education at much more affordable rates than private law school or even state-run public institutions. Lower tuition means far less debt and pressure after graduation day. That frees many students to pursue their career dreams or use their training to help those less fortunate who may need it the most.

Law School Tuition

Tuition is due before each term. For complete online law school costs, including associated fees, refer to Purdue Global Law School Tuition and Fees and Purdue Global Law School Tuition and Fees for Nondegree-Seeking Students. View the total cost of attendance for your program.

Juris Doctor

The Juris Doctor degree is 92 credit hours, completed over 4 years (part-time) or 2⅔ years (full-time).

  • $575 per credit hour
  • $295 resource fee per term
  • $52,900 total program tuition (excluding fees)

Executive Juris Doctor

The Executive Juris Doctor degree is 72 credit hours, completed over 3 years.

  • $545 per credit hour
  • $295 resource fee per term
  • $39,240 total program tuition (excluding fees)

Additional Fees

The following additional costs are estimates:

An Affordable Online Law Degree

Enrolling in an online law school in California can be a more affordable option than traditional law schools. Purdue Global Law School's Juris Doctor tuition is significantly less average tuition than California ABA-accredited law schools.

Bar Chart showing the cost of Purdue Global Law School's JD Program vs other ABA schools with PGLS being the lowest at $52,900.

Total JD Program Tuition

Source: American Bar Association. Based on the published 2024 tuition rates of 193 ABA-approved programs. Calculation uses average tuition for a resident full-time student for a 3-year period.

Tuition Reductions

10% Reduction

Government Employees

Federal and state government employees in California are eligible to receive a 10% tuition reduction on the JD program. Federal and state government employees in California, Nebraska, New Jersey, Utah, and Virginia are eligible to receive a 10% tuition reduction in the EJD program. 

20% Reduction

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Alumni

If you have an associate's, bachelor's, or master’s degree from any Purdue institution, our alumni tuition reduction program could reduce the cost of your Purdue Global degree by 20%.

10% Reduction

Military and Indiana Residents

Active-duty servicemembers, veterans, military spouses, and Indiana residents are eligible for a 10% tuition reduction.

Contact an Admissions Advisor for details. Reduction may not be combined with Purdue Global Law School scholarships, grants, military tuition reductions, tuition vouchers, or other reductions.

Note: Effective August 1, 2021, VA educational benefits may no longer be used toward Purdue Global Law School's Juris Doctor program, in accordance with applicable VA regulations.

Scholarships

Purdue Global Law School Scholarship Program

The Purdue Global Law School Scholarship was established to further the School's mission of providing an affordable and accessible legal education. A limited number of scholarships are available for first-year students enrolling in the JD program who demonstrate the talent, drive, and academic ability to become successful law school students.

Review the Purdue Global Law School Scholarship policies and procedures.

Purdue Global Law School Merit Scholarship Award

The Merit Scholarship Award is designed to acknowledge the academic achievements of the JD and EJD students who have achieved the highest CGPA in their respective programs in their penultimate term.

Review the Merit Scholarship Award policies and procedures.

Financial Aid

Purdue Global Law School can assist you in securing the financial support you need to attend law school. Options include a variety of federal and private lending programs, including military financial aid and a monthly payment plan. View information and resources about paying for law school.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

Purdue Alumni Tuition Reduction: Purdue Global alumni are eligible for a 20% tuition reduction on Purdue Global Law School programs. Tuition savings calculated as 36 credit hours x reduced per credit tuition rate of $436 = $15,696. Maximum credits applied are: MBA with human resources concentration (36 credits); MBA (30 credits); MSLS (27 credits); MSCJ (24 credits); MHCA (21 credits), MS in Cybersecurity Management (18 credits), MPA (18 credits), MS in Information Technology (15 credits), and MHI (15 credits). Savings will vary based on the courses completed in the student’s master’s degree program. Credits apply toward open elective and/or specialty electives in the EJD program. View a list of courses eligible for transfer.

Time savings based on a student who applies 36 credit hours toward the 3-year EJD program; remaining 36 credits can be completed in 2 years of study.

Military Tuition Rates: Military tuition rates cannot be combined with other Purdue Global tuition reductions or ExcelTrack® pricing. Undergraduate per-credit tuition reductions are based on standard tuition rate of $371.00; graduate per-credit tuition reductions are based on standard graduate tuition rates.