Campbell Law School
General Info
The Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law is an American law school founded in 1976 and located in Buies Creek, North Carolina. The Law School is one of six schools that compose Campbell University and was named for former Campbell president Norman Adrian Wiggins. One of the smallest accredited law schools, Campbell Law has only slightly more than 300 students in any given year, with approximately half of the student body composed of females. Campbell Law has become increasingly known for having the highest average first-time passage rate for applicants to the North Carolina bar exam since 1990.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.law.campbell.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) lawadmissions@campbell.edu
- (Location) Buies Creek, NC
Campbell Law School Admissions
Campbell Law School is considered a Somewhat Competitive law school, which accepts only 62% of its applicants. Comparatively, Campbell is Higher than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 726 | 450 (61.98%) | 162 (22.3%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 2.94 | 3.24 | 3.48 |
| LSAT | 150 | 152 | 156 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $39,475 | $39,475 |
| Part Time | $20,175 | $20,175 |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: N/A
- Living off-campus: $26,620
- Living at home: $14,620
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: 11/15
- Early Decision 2: 12/01
- Regular Decision: 12/01
- Application Fee: N/A
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Campbell Law School Community
Campbell Law School is considered to have a Somewhat Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Campbell is Below Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 19
- Part Time: 46
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 28
- # Minority Faculty: 7
Ratio
22.7 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: Yes
- Graduate Housing: Yes
- Law Specific Housing: No
Campbell 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. Campbell Law School 1L section size is 45% smaller than law schools in North Carolina and 55% smaller than all PRIVATE law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 890
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 60
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 144
- Law Journals: 79
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 13.6%
- Second Year: 3.7%
- Third Year: 0.7%
- Fourth Year: 0.0%
Campbell Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Campbell Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 84% with 2% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 94.6%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 54.0%
- Business: 15.0%
- Government: 20.0%
- Public Interest: 2.0%
- Academia: 3.0%
- North Carolina: 91%
- District Of Columbia: 2%
- Virginia: 2%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 94.6%
- First Time Takers: 148
- Average School: 85.7%
- Average State: 69.1%
- Pass Difference: 16.6%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- North Carolina: 69.1%
- Passed: 120 of 140 (85.7%)
- State Average: 69.1%
- Difference: 16.6%