Overview
Founded in 1901, Brooklyn Law School is one of the oldest independent law schools in the United States, established to provide accessible, rigorous legal education to a diverse student body in New York City. Over the decades it has built a strong reputation for producing practice-ready attorneys, with notable strengths in litigation, intellectual property, business law, and international law. The school has long emphasized experiential learning through clinics, externships, and moot court, and counts numerous judges, legislators, and law firm leaders among its graduates.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Brooklyn, New York |
| Founded | 1901 |
| Total students | 1,100 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 45% |
| Graduation rate | 90% |
| Average starting salary | $85,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $66,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $66,000 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $30,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Regular deadline | March 15 |
Top Programs
- Intellectual Property Law
- Business & Corporate Law
- Litigation & Advocacy
- International Law
- Real Estate Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.