Law school guide

How to get into Boston College Law School.

BC Law pairs a collegial, values-driven culture with strong placement across the Northeast.

The numbers you are aiming at

around 166typical LSAT
around 3.8typical GPA

Recent entering classes at Boston College Law School have typically presented LSATs around 166 and GPAs around 3.8. These are medians, not cutoffs, and they shift year to year, so verify the current figures on the school ABA 509 report. To see where your own numbers stand, use our admissions estimator. It sits in one of the country’s densest legal markets; see our LSAT tutoring for that area.

What makes BC Law distinctive

It is known for a supportive community and a focus on ethical, service-minded lawyering.

How to strengthen your application

BC reads for fit and character, so genuine reasons for BC specifically resonate. And because the LSAT is the most improvable part of your file, raising it is usually the fastest way to move from a reach to a target. See how to improve your score by 10 points and what counts as a good score.

Common questions

Quick answers

What LSAT score do you need for BC Law?

Recent classes have typically presented LSATs around 166. Aim at or above that to be competitive, and check the current ABA 509 report.

What GPA do you need for BC Law?

A typical GPA is around 3.8, though a strong LSAT can offset a lower GPA. These numbers move year to year.

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