Overview
Founded in 1899 as The John Marshall Law School, the institution built a reputation as one of Chicago's premier independent law schools before merging with the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2019 to become UIC School of Law, the only public law school in Chicago. The school has long been recognized for its practical, skills-based approach to legal education, pioneering programs in trial advocacy, intellectual property law, and international human rights law. It holds full ABA accreditation and is respected for its strong bar passage preparation and accessible approach to legal education.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Founded | 1899 |
| Total students | 700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 9:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 55% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $70,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $44,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $44,000 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $25,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.40 |
| Regular deadline | April 1 |
Top Programs
- Trial Advocacy
- Intellectual Property Law
- International Human Rights Law
- Employment Law
- Criminal Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.