Overview
Founded in 1947 as the Texas State University for Negroes School of Law in response to the landmark Sweatt v. Painter case challenging segregated legal education, the school was later renamed in honor of Justice Thurgood Marshall. It has built a strong reputation for training minority attorneys and public interest lawyers, becoming one of the nation's leading producers of African American and Hispanic law graduates. The school emphasizes access to legal education, bar passage support, and a mission rooted in civil rights and social justice.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Houston, Texas |
| Founded | 1947 |
| Total students | 600 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 15:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 45% |
| Graduation rate | 70% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $32,000 |
| Room & board | $13,000 |
| Average financial aid | $18,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.10 |
| Regular deadline | March 15 |
Top Programs
- Civil Rights Law
- Trial Advocacy
- Criminal Law
- Health Law
- Tax Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.