Overview
Charleston School of Law was founded in 2003 by a group of local judges and attorneys seeking to establish South Carolina's first new law school in decades, with an emphasis on practical, hands-on legal training. The school received full ABA accreditation in 2011 and has since built a reputation for producing practice-ready graduates who are active in the Charleston legal community. It is not affiliated with a parent university, operating as a freestanding independent law school in the heart of downtown Charleston.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Total students | 600 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 55% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $62,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $44,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $44,000 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $20,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.20 |
| Regular deadline | April 1 |
Top Programs
- Trial Advocacy
- Environmental Law
- Real Estate Law
- Business Law
- Federal Practice
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.