Tuition and Fees


Below are the estimated costs for JD and LLM students attending Emory Law for the 2012-2013 academic year.


Fixed Costs

Tuition: $45,900
Fees: $514
Total: $46,414

Estimated Expenses (Costs may vary based on your choices)

Living Expenses: $18,128
Books: $2,000
Health Insurance: $2,360
Parking: $670
Loan Fees: $670
Total $24,720

Estimated costs for one year: $71,134*

* Estimated costs should be used for planning purposes. Your actual costs may be lower based on the choices you make for your expenses.

Financial Aid


Emory Law offers fellowships and scholarships to students who qualify. 


Woodruff Fellows Program

In 1980, Emory University established the Robert W. Woodruff Scholars and Fellows Program. Emory Law awards up to five Robert W. Woodruff Fellowships in Law each year to men and women of exceptional character, scholastic abilities and leadership qualities. Each fellowship covers full tuition and fees plus a $3,000 stipend per year.

Please note: LLM students are not eligible for the Woodruff Fellowship.

Learn more about the Woodruff Fellowship.

Merit-Based Scholarships

All admitted students will be automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. There is not a separate scholarship application to complete for consideration. 

Please contact the Office of Admission at 404.727.6802 with any questions.


Resident Director Positions

Limited resident director positions are available to graduate-level students who have the desire and qualifications to work closely with undergraduate students. An application, resume and on-campus interview is required. Resident director selection takes place in March. For information, contact: Residence Life & Housing, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322, 404.727.0429.