Admissions Profile

Boston University School of Law

Top 25Ranked #21 nationally

Boston, Massachusetts29.4% acceptance rate with a median LSAT of 169 and median GPA of 3.8.

Admissions at a Glance

29.4%

Acceptance Rate

169

Median LSAT

3.8

Median GPA

280

Class Size

LSAT Score Range

LSAT (25th - 75th Percentile)

167 - 171
25th: 167Median: 16975th: 171

GPA Range

GPA (25th - 75th Percentile)

3.73 - 3.87
25th: 3.73Median: 3.875th: 3.87

Application Timeline

Application Deadline

March 15

Decision Timeline

March through June

Tips for Getting Into BU Law

  • Consider applying early decision if this is your top choice school
  • Strong LSAT performance above the median can offset a slightly lower GPA
  • Letters of recommendation from employers can complement academic references
  • Research the school's specialties and tailor your application accordingly