The cost of legal education is a matter of concern and controversy.
Many students finance a significant part of law school education costs by borrowing.
As a result, law students graduate with substantial debt burdens. Private schools typically offer more financial aid than we are able to provide. The major portion of this assistance comes from the State of Washington. The prospects for getting increased state funding for legal education are not bright, and further increases in tuition will be necessary if we are to maintain and improve the quality of education we offer. At the same time, no student should be prevented by financial considerations from obtaining a legal education.