The book analyzes the internal economics of law schools, dissecting factors like faculty salaries and administrative overhead to understand the drivers behind rising tuition costs. It assesses the effectiveness of current financial aid programs and proposes potential reforms to enhance affordability and accessibility. Through a combination of data analysis, surveys, and interviews, the book provides actionable insights for prospective and current law students, policymakers, and legal professionals alike.
The book progresses logically from the historical context of rising tuition to the debt burden on law graduates and culminates in a discussion of policy implications.