About the College of Law
Established: 1878
The West Virginia University College of Law was accredited
by the AALS in 1914 and the ABA in 1923.
The West Virginia University College of Law is fully-approved by the American Bar Association Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar.
Since 1952, the ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar has been approved by the U.S. Department of Education as the recognized national agency for the accreditation of professional schools of law.
Further information as to the Standards and Rules of Procedure for the Approval of Law Schools by the American Bar Association may be obtained from the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, 750 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611,
PH: (312) 988-6738, FAX: (312) 988-5681,
http://www.abanet.org/legaled.
Admissions Credentials for Class of 2011:
| Average LSAT: | 153 |
| Average GPA: | 3.42 |
| Applicants: | 870 |
| Enrolled: | 147 |
| Average Age: | 26 |
| Age Range: | 20 to 61 |
| Male: | 59% |
| Female: | 41% |
| Minority: | 10.02% |
Student Body
| Total Student Body: | 472 |
| Enrolled First-Year-Class: | 135 |
COSTS
2008 – 2009 Estimated Budget College of Law
| Expenses | Residents | Non – Residents | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $10,644 | $24,010 |
| Additional Est. Expenses | Residents | Non – Residents | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Est. Cost Books & Supplies | $1,800 | $1,800 | |
| Est. Cost Living Expenses | $11,590 | $11,590 | |
| Loan Fee Offset (if applicable) | $124 | $124 |
West Virginia University allots $11,590 for living expenses for the academic year. This gives you approximately $1,288 a month for nine months.
To apply for financial aid, complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the year you are planning to attend.
Career Services
| Class of 2007 Statistics: | |
| Employment Rate: | 94.5% |
| Number in Class: | 165 |
| Employed: | 153 |
| Unemployed – Seeking: | 2 |
| Unemployed – Not Seeking: | 7 |
| Full-time degree students: | 3 |
Class of 2007 Job Offer Timing:
| Before Graduation: | 70% |
| After Graduation (Before Bar): | 16% |
| After Bar Results: | 14% |
| Private Practice: | 52% |
| Judicial Clerkship: | 21% |
| Government: | 5% |
| Business: | 18% |
| Academic: | 1% |
| Public Interest: | 3% |
A Vibrant, Growing Community
Morgantown, West Virginia, home of the College of Law, is undergoing a renaissance. Its proximity to West Virginia’s growing High Technology Corridor makes it a natural crossroad for ideas, cultures, and investment. New retail shopping opportunities, diverse multi-ethnic restaurants, and expanding residential and rental options all exemplify the unprecedented growth in Morgantown.
Nationally Recognized Quality of Life
Even in the midst of such change, Morgantown has retained its small-town atmosphere and is widely regarded as a great place to live.
- Forbes Magagine named Morgantown the 5th best place for business and careers among U.S. metro areas under 150,000 population
- Inc. Magazine named Morgantown the 12th Hottest Small City: Boomtown among U.S. metro
- areas under 150,000 population
- Kiplinger’s Personal Finance named Morgantown the 29th Smartest Place to Live in the U.S.
- The Guide to Life in America’s Small Cities recently named Morgantown as the 3rd best small city in America, citing the availability of outdoor recreation opportunities and the presence of WVU as key community assets.