Overview
Founded in 1933, Atlanta's John Marshall Law School has long positioned itself as an accessible entry point into the legal profession, particularly for working adults, career-changers, and first-generation law students in the Atlanta area. The school gained American Bar Association accreditation in 2006 and has built its reputation on practical, skills-based legal education rather than elite academic prestige, emphasizing bar passage preparation, trial advocacy, and experiential learning. It is not affiliated with the similarly named John Marshall Law School in Chicago (now part of UIC).
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Founded | 1933 |
| Total students | 500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 55% |
| Graduation rate | 65% |
| Average starting salary | $60,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $45,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $45,000 |
| Room & board | $15,000 |
| Average financial aid | $20,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.1 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Part-Time/Evening JD Program
- Trial Advocacy
- Business Law
- Criminal Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.