Yeshiva Law School
General Info
The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law is the law school of Yeshiva University, located in the New York City borough of Manhattan. The school is named for Supreme Court Justice Benjamin N. Cardozo. Cardozo is a relatively new law school, having graduated its first class in 1979. Cardozo's success as a young school has been remarkable, leading some to characterized Cardozo as a "rising star" among law schools. While Cardozo is noted for its strengths in a variety of areas, its Intellectual Property and Dispute Resolution programs are exceptionally well known. Most of Cardozo's 9,000 alumni reside in the New York metropolitan area, and they have a considerable presence in New York City. However, some Cardozo graduates pursue their careers internationally and many can be found across the country in 43 states.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.cardozo.yu.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) lawinfo@yu.edu
- (Location) New York, NY
Yeshiva Law School Admissions
Yeshiva Law School is considered a Somewhat Competitive law school, which accepts only 53% of its applicants. Comparatively, Cardozo is Significantly Higher than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 2691 | 1401 (52.06%) | 288 (10.7%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 3.15 | 3.42 | 3.62 |
| LSAT | 156 | 159 | 161 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $54,895 | $54,895 |
| Part Time | $54,895 | $54,895 |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $26,725
- Living off-campus: $26,725
- Living at home: $26,725
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: 09/01
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: 04/01
- Application Fee: $50
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Yeshiva Law School Community
Yeshiva Law School is considered to have a Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Cardozo is Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 73
- Part Time: 110
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 83
- # Minority Faculty: 16
Ratio
12.7 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: Yes
- Graduate Housing: No
- Law Specific Housing: Yes
Yeshiva Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. Yeshiva Law School 1L section size is 21% larger than law schools in New York and 37% larger than all PRIVATE law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 1352
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 254
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 501
- Law Journals: 318
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 8.8%
- Second Year: 1.5%
- Third Year: 0.3%
- Fourth Year: 0.0%
Yeshiva Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Yeshiva Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 83% with 1% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 93.3%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 49.0%
- Business: 25.0%
- Government: 10.0%
- Public Interest: 10.0%
- Academia: 2.0%
- New York: 85%
- New Jersey: 4%
- Florida: 2%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 93.3%
- First Time Takers: 385
- Average School: 85.5%
- Average State: 78.6%
- Pass Difference: 6.9%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- New York: 78.6%
- Passed: 307 of 359 (85.5%)
- State Average: 78.6%
- Difference: 6.9%