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How to get into Cornell Law School.
Cornell is the smallest Ivy League law school, collegial and strong, with excellent placement into New York.
The numbers you are aiming at
Recent entering classes at Cornell Law School have typically presented LSATs around 171 and GPAs around 3.88. 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.
What makes Cornell Law distinctive
Its small size and Ithaca setting create a close community, and it sends a large share of graduates into top New York firms.
How to strengthen your application
Cornell values fit and demonstrated interest. Because the class is small, a thoughtful why-Cornell essay matters. 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.
Quick answers
What LSAT score do you need for Cornell Law?
Recent classes have typically presented LSATs around 171. Aim at or above that to be competitive, and check the current ABA 509 report.
What GPA do you need for Cornell Law?
A typical GPA is around 3.88, though a strong LSAT can offset a lower GPA. These numbers move year to year.