Admissions Profile
SMU Dedman School of Law
Top 50Ranked #42 nationally
Dallas, Texas — 47.4% acceptance rate with a median LSAT of 163 and median GPA of 3.63.
Admissions at a Glance
47.4%
Acceptance Rate
163
Median LSAT
3.63
Median GPA
240
Class Size
LSAT Score Range
LSAT (25th - 75th Percentile)
160 - 16625th: 160Median: 16375th: 166
GPA Range
GPA (25th - 75th Percentile)
3.53 - 3.7325th: 3.53Median: 3.6375th: 3.73
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
April 1
Decision Timeline
April through June
Tips for Getting Into SMU Law
- Solid LSAT preparation can meaningfully improve your competitiveness
- Highlight connections to the school's city or region in your application
- A well-crafted personal statement matters more at this tier than many realize
- Research the school's bar passage rates and employment outcomes