LSAT (Law School Admission Test) is an important part for law school admission. Although most law schools do not have policies on minimum LSAT scores, the reality is that high scores are required for admission.
For the 2026 law school admission, the median LSAT score is 160. 22 law schools have very high LSAT scores, over 170. In addition, 26 law schools' LSAT score lay between 165 and 170.
As can be seen in the table below, the LSAT score and acceptance rate are inversely proportional. Law schools with higher LSAT score have lower acceptance rates.
In addition, the higher LSAT score seems to be related to high tuition at U.S. law schools. By analyzing the following table and chart, you can understand the correlation between tuition and LSAT score.
Law School Statistics by LSAT Score Range
The following table shows law school statistics by 2027 lsat score range. You can find the correlation between lsat score and other indicators for law schools. Follow the link in the range to see which schools are in the lsat score range.
| LSAT Score | Number of Law Schools | Acceptance Rate | Tuition & Fees | Financial Aid | Average Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 150 | 8 Law Schools (2 public, 6 private) | 52.88% | $31,344 | $9,434 | 419 |
| 150-155 | 42 Law Schools (16 public, 26 private) | 50.74% | $45,963 | $18,709 | 559 |
| 155-160 | 57 Law Schools (25 public, 32 private) | 42.27% | $51,185 | $21,817 | 624 |
| 160-165 | 43 Law Schools (20 public, 23 private) | 31.69% | $58,672 | $29,475 | 784 |
| 165-170 | 26 Law Schools (17 public, 9 private) | 20.32% | $61,847 | $27,388 | 955 |
| Over 170 | 22 Law Schools (6 public, 16 private) | 13.23% | $79,603 | $31,669 | 1,138 |
The 2026-2027 tuition and fees data are based on the published information from each law school's admission and bursar offices. TThe other school statistics are compiled from the most recent ABA Required Disclosures (Standard 509 Reports) and the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). While we strive for 100% accuracy, we recommend verifying specific costs with each institution's financial aid office.