Program Overview
School of Law
The School of Law offers various programs, including the J.D. Program, LL.M. Program, M.S.L. Program, and S.J.D. Program.
Admissions
- J.D. Program
- Apply
- Tours and Info Sessions
- After You've Applied
- Admitted J.D. Students
- Financial Aid
- LL.M. Program
- Apply
- Areas and Specializations
- Online LL.M. Programs
- Admitted LL.M. Students
- Financial Aid
- M.S.L. Program
- Apply
- M.S.L. in Compliance
- M.S.L in Fashion Law
- Admitted M.S.L. Students
- Financial Aid
- S.J.D. Program
- Apply
- Colloquium
- Current S.J.D. Students
- Admitted S.J.D. Students
- Financial Aid
Academics
- Curriculum
- J.D. Program
- LL.M. Program
- M.S.L. Program
- S.J.D. Program
- Legal Writing Program
- Experiential Education
- Clinics
- Externships
- Pro Bono Scholars Program
- Lawyering Skills
- Centers & Institutes
- Brendan Moore Trial Advocacy
- Judicial Events & Clerkships
- Asian Americans and the Law
- European Union Law
- Race, Law and Justice
- Executive Education
- Continuing Legal Education
- Executive Programs
- Law Firm Management
- Executive Academic Programs
- International Programs
- International Student Programs
- Summer Institute
- Legal English Institute
- J.D. Study Abroad
- Semester Study Abroad Programs
- Summer Study Abroad
- Student Journals
- Law Review
- Urban Law Journal
- International Law Journal
- IP, Media & Entertainment Law
- Environmental Law Review
- Corporate and Financial Law
- Registrar's Office
- Academic Regulations
- Bar Information
- Examination Schedule
- Graduation
- Registration Information
Faculty
- Faculty Directory
- Faculty by Expertise
- Full-time Faculty
- Adjunct Faculty
- Emeriti Faculty
- Visiting Faculty
- Scholarship
- Centers and Institutes
- Scholarship Highlights
- Faculty Books
- FLASH Scholarship Archive
- Faculty Podcasts
- In Memoriam
Careers
- J.D. Career Support
- Career Planning Center
- Employment Statistics
- LL.M./M.S.L./ S.J.D. Career Support
- Graduate Professional Development Program
- Employers
- Post a Job
- Recruiting J.D. Students
- Recruiting LL.M. Students
- Student Outreach Opportunities
Life at Fordham Law
- Studying Law in New York City
- The Neighborhood
- Build Your Career
- Experiential Education
- Visiting the Campus
- Student Life
- Student Affairs Office
- Student Bar Association
- Student Competitions
- Student Organizations
- Student Wellness
- Professionalism Office
- Public Interest and Service
- Public Interest Curriculum
- Public Interest Resource Center
- A2J Initiative
- Stein Scholars Program
- Diversity Initiatives
- IDEAL Pipeline Program
- REAL Scholars Program
- Diversity Faculty Directory
- Student Diversity Organizations
M.S.L. Admissions
- Apply to M.S.L.
- M.S.L. in Compliance
- M.S.L. in Fashion Law
- Online M.S.L. in Compliance
- Admitted M.S.L. Students
- Cost of Attendance
- Scholarships
M.S.L. Tuition and Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance for the M.S.L. program covers educationally related expenses for nine months. All Fordham graduate students taking more than 5 credits a semester are required to have health insurance. The Student health insurance charge is $4,994. However, students using alternative insurance can have this fee waived.
Direct Fordham Charges
|
M.S.L. Full-Time Division |
M.S.L. Part-Time Division |
| Tuition |
$68,220 |
Tuition per credit $2,274 |
| Fees |
$1,170 |
$1,060 |
| Total Direct Charges |
$69,390 |
$1,060 + ($2,274 x number of credits) |
Indirect Expenses to Consider
|
M.S.L. Full-Time Division |
M.S.L. Part-Time Division |
| Room and board |
$27,110 |
$27,110 |
| Books |
$2,160 |
$90 per credit |
| Travel |
$2,480 |
$2,480 |
| Miscellaneous |
$5,604 |
$5,604 |
| Total Indirect Expenses |
$37,354 |
$35,194 + $90 x number of credits |
Total Cost of Attendance
|
M.S.L. Full-time Division |
M.S.L. Part-Time Division |
| Total COA (Direct Charges and Indirect Expenses) |
$106,744 |
Total Direct Charges + Total Indirect Expenses |
Master of Studies in Law (M.S.L.) Online
Direct Charges (billed by Fordham)
|
Fall 2025 |
Spring 2026 |
Summer 2026 |
Trimester Total |
| Tuition |
$2,274 per credit |
$2,274 per credit |
$2,274 per credit |
$2,274 per credit |
| Fees |
$354 |
$354 |
$354 |
$1,062 |
| Health Insurance |
$1,805 |
$3,189 |
$0 |
$4,994 |
Indirect Expenses (other costs you may incur)
- Room and Board: $13,555 per trimester
- Books and Supplies: $90 per credit
- Travel: $1,240 per trimester
- Personal Expenses: $2,802 per trimester
Total Cost of Attendance
The total cost of attendance is the sum of direct charges and per credit book and living expenses.
Expenses not included in the cost of living (COA)
Students have the option to request a COA adjustment for a one-time computer purchase necessary for their program or non-discretionary expenses incurred, such as childcare expenses or higher rent than what is listed in the COA. All adjustment requests must be submitted in writing and include the necessary supporting documentation, along with a completed COA Adjustment Request form.