Below are the estimated expenses for UW Law School Graduate Programs students for the academic year. Please note that actual costs will vary based on individual lifestyle. These figures are updated annually in August for the upcoming academic year. 

Estimated Cost of Attendance for Academic Year 2026-2027

Cost of Attendance is an estimate of the expenses a full-time law student may incur during the academic year. Living expenses include room, board, books, and incidentals such as transportation, clothing, and personal items. Enrollment into the Student Health Insurance Plan is mandatory for international students.

Expenses	Non-Resident & International Students
Tuition & Segregated Fees	$55,300
Living Expenses	$28,188
International Student Fee	$200
Health Insurance	$1,572
Total	$85,260

Tuition & Fees

Your tuition rate will be determined by a number of factors, including your academic program, your credit load, and your residency determination. Please visit the Bursar's Office's website for further information about tuition and fees. 

The Board of Regents sets tuition rates by early August for the upcoming academic year. Tuition and fees rates are subject to change. Please visit the Madison Budget Office's website to view tuition and fees rate history.

Tuition Due Dates & Payment Methods

Please visit the Bursar's Office's website for tuition due dates, tuition payment methods, and other tuition account information. 

Student Employment

The Graduate Programs in Law are very demanding academic programs and students should not accept a position with more than 10-12 hours per week. If students are interested in pursuing student employment, please visit UW-Madison's Student Jobs website. Additionally, please review the Graduate Assistantship Policy, as the LL.M. programs are service-based pricing programs.