Overview
New England Law | Boston was founded in 1908 as the Portia Law School, originally established as one of the first law schools in the country created specifically to educate women. It transitioned to co-education in 1938 and was later renamed New England School of Law before adopting its current name. The school is best known for its practical, practice-oriented approach to legal education, its strong part-time evening division for working professionals, and its accessible admissions standards relative to many peer institutions in the Boston legal market.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Founded | 1908 |
| Total students | 700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 11:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 75% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $54,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $54,000 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $25,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | March 1 |
Top Programs
- Business Law
- Criminal Law
- Environmental Law
- Health Law
- International Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.