2025-2026 Cost of Attendance
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is the maximum amount of financial assistance available to a student in one academic year. The COA is based on the average number of credits students in the MSL program enroll in during the fall and spring semesters. Students who will also be enrolled in at least six (6) credits during the summer term will have their budget and awards adjusted based on the number of summer credits they are enrolled in.
|
Budget Item |
Resident & Non-Resident |
|
Tuition |
$14,685 |
|
Mandatory University Fees* |
$475 |
|
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, & Equipment |
$500 |
|
Living Expenses |
$26,550 |
|
Transportation |
$500 |
|
Federal Direct Loan Fees |
$1,200 |
|
Total |
$43,910 |
*Includes Technology fee, Student Government Association fee, UMB Shuttle fee, Student Activities fee, Student Services fee, Campus Center Infrastructure fee, and Matriculation fee (if applicable).
Sample Financial Aid Offer
Students in the MSL program who have a valid FAFSA on file are awarded up to to their full cost of attendance with federal loans and any merit scholarships awarded by the Carey School of Law.
| Award Type | Source | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Direct Loan Unsubsidized | Federal | $20,500 |
| Federal Direct Grad PLUS Loan | Federal | Cost of Attendance minus all other aid |