Overview
Founded in 1846, the Brandeis School of Law is one of the oldest law schools in the United States and the third-oldest continuously operating law school in the nation. Renamed in 1997 in honor of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Louis D. Brandeis, whose personal papers are housed at the school, it has built a reputation for producing practice-ready attorneys and civic leaders throughout Kentucky and the broader Ohio Valley region. The school emphasizes a rigorous doctrinal curriculum combined with extensive clinical and experiential learning opportunities.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Louisville, Kentucky |
| Founded | 1846 |
| Total students | 450 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 11:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 55% |
| Graduation rate | 88% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $24,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $36,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $18,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.50 |
| Regular deadline | April 1 |
Top Programs
- Health Law
- Family Law
- Trial Advocacy
- Human Rights Law
- Criminal Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.