USD School of Law
LSAT Median
163
160–165 range
GPA Median
3.84
3.59–3.92 range
Acceptance Rate
23.51%
Program avg: 28.1%
Class Size
239
Private
Admitted Student Profiles
LSAT Score Range
GPA Range
Historical Trends
3-year data (2023–2025)
Dashed line = projection based on 3-year trend (R² 0.75, low confidence). Actual results may vary.
| Year | LSAT Median | GPA Median | Accept % | Apps | Class Size | Employ % | Bar Pass % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 161 | 3.80 | 33.61% | 3,579 | 249 | 98.66% | 76.33% |
| 2024 | 161 | 3.80 | 37.1% | 3,243 | 251 | 99.6% | 78.76% |
| 2025 | 163 | 3.84 | 23.51% | 4,241 | 239 | — | 84.8% |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$66,950
$29,785 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$66,950
Outcomes
Employment Rate
99.6%
Bar Passage Rate
84.8%
BigLaw Placement
13.25%
Employment Outcomes
BigLaw (501+)
13.25%
Federal Clerkship
1.2%
Employment Rate
99.6%
Bar Passage
First-Time Pass Rate
84.8%
Ultimate Pass Rate
91.63%
Scholarships & Grants
Median Grant
$32,000
Students Receiving Grants
91%
School Info
Type
Private
Application Fee
Free
Application Deadline
December 1, February 1 and July 31
1L Attrition Rate
9%
Student Body
Total Enrollment
725
Minority Students
38.21%
Clinical Positions
417
Data source: ABA 509 Disclosure 2025 (2025). Statistics reflect the most recently published admission cycle.
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