Law school guide

How to get into George Washington University Law School.

GW is one of the largest law schools in Washington, D.C., with deep government ties.

The numbers you are aiming at

around 167typical LSAT
around 3.8typical GPA

Recent entering classes at George Washington University Law School have typically presented LSATs around 167 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 GW Law distinctive

Its location feeds federal agencies, and it is strong in IP, government procurement, and international law.

How to strengthen your application

GW rewards a clear interest in government or its specialties, and strong numbers earn aid. 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 GW Law?

Recent classes have typically presented LSATs around 167. Aim at or above that to be competitive, and check the current ABA 509 report.

What GPA do you need for GW 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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