Overview
Founded in 1888 as the Chicago College of Law, Chicago-Kent merged with the Illinois Institute of Technology in 1969 and has since built a reputation as one of the nation's most innovative law schools. It is particularly well known for pioneering the use of technology in legal education, being among the first law schools to fully integrate computers into instruction, and for its consistently top-ranked programs in trial advocacy, legal writing, and intellectual property law. The school has produced numerous federal and state judges, prominent litigators, and legal scholars.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Founded | 1888 |
| Total students | 700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 55% |
| Graduation rate | 90% |
| Average starting salary | $75,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $54,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $54,000 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $30,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.50 |
| Regular deadline | April 1 |
Top Programs
- Trial Advocacy
- Intellectual Property Law
- Legal Writing
- Environmental & Energy Law
- Financial Services Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.