Overview
Founded in 1966, the UC Davis School of Law, commonly known as King Hall after civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., has grown into one of the nation's premier public law schools. It is particularly esteemed for its strengths in environmental law, immigration law, and public interest law, and consistently ranks among the top law schools in California. The school's small class sizes and collegial atmosphere have earned it a reputation as one of the friendliest and most supportive legal education environments in the country.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Davis, California |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Total students | 580 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 45% |
| Graduation rate | 95% |
| Average starting salary | $95,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $51,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $63,000 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $30,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.65 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- Environmental Law
- Immigration Law
- Public Interest Law
- Business Law
- International Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.