Admissions Profile
Northern Illinois University College of Law
Regional
DeKalb, Illinois — 62.3% acceptance rate with a median LSAT of 153 and median GPA of 3.38.
Admissions at a Glance
62.3%
Acceptance Rate
153
Median LSAT
3.38
Median GPA
129
Class Size
LSAT Score Range
LSAT (25th - 75th Percentile)
150 - 15625th: 150Median: 15375th: 156
GPA Range
GPA (25th - 75th Percentile)
3.28 - 3.4825th: 3.28Median: 3.3875th: 3.48
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
May 1
Decision Timeline
Rolling admissions, typically within 4-8 weeks
Tips for Getting Into NIU Law
- Demonstrate strong ties to the local community in your personal statement
- Highlight practical work experience and professional maturity
- Strong writing skills demonstrated in your application materials matter greatly
- Connect with current students or alumni to understand the school culture