Exploring Law School Financial Aid with Brooklyn Law School (2024) | Break Into Law School®

We are joined by Dean Eulas Boyd, Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Brooklyn Law School. We cover a comprehensive overview of law school financial aid, including merit-based and need-based aid, the financial aid process at Brooklyn Law School, and crucial tips on managing law school debt. Dean Boyd also shares important advice on building a list of target schools, the timing and application for financial aid, and navigating scholarships and loans. This episode is essential for prospective law students seeking to understand the financial landscape of law school education.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Overview of Financial Aid in Law School
01:26 Types of Financial Aid: Merit and Need-Based
05:14 Building Your Law School List
06:09 Understanding Financial Aid Processes and Deadlines
16:54 Special Financial Aid Programs and Scholarships
30:41 Importance of Financial Responsibility and Loan Management
35:33 Advice for Prospective Law Students
41:07 Final Thoughts & Outro