Overview
Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Law School has long been recognized as one of the nation's premier public law schools. It has built a reputation for producing influential judges, legal scholars, and business leaders, with particular strength in areas such as corporate law, health law, and international law. The school's faculty are known for prolific scholarship and its law review is among the most cited in the country.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| Founded | 1888 |
| Total students | 750 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 9:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 38% |
| Graduation rate | 96% |
| Average starting salary | $95,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $41,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $47,000 |
| Room & board | $15,000 |
| Average financial aid | $25,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.70 |
| Regular deadline | March 15 |
Top Programs
- Corporate Law
- Health Law and Bioethics
- International Law
- Environmental and Energy Law
- Intellectual Property Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.