Admissions Profile

American University Washington College of Law

Top 100Ranked #78 nationally

Washington, District of Columbia54.4% acceptance rate with a median LSAT of 158 and median GPA of 3.51.

Admissions at a Glance

54.4%

Acceptance Rate

158

Median LSAT

3.51

Median GPA

194

Class Size

LSAT Score Range

LSAT (25th - 75th Percentile)

155 - 161
25th: 155Median: 15875th: 161

GPA Range

GPA (25th - 75th Percentile)

3.41 - 3.61
25th: 3.41Median: 3.5175th: 3.61

Application Timeline

Application Deadline

May 1

Decision Timeline

Rolling admissions, typically within 4-6 weeks

Tips for Getting Into American Law

  • Letters of recommendation from legal professionals can strengthen your application
  • Consider the school's alumni network in your target practice market
  • Research the school's bar exam preparation programs and support resources
  • Apply for merit scholarships early in the cycle