University of Denver School of Law
In its most recent ABA Standard 509 disclosure, University of Denver School of Law reported a median LSAT of 160, a median undergraduate GPA of 3.66, and a 41.3% acceptance rate. Its first-time bar passage rate was 84.89%, and 84.6% of graduates were in full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out.
- Median LSAT 160
- Median undergraduate GPA 3.66
- Acceptance rate 41.3%
- First-time bar passage 84.89%
- Full-time, long-term JD employment 84.6%
- Resident tuition $63,390
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trajectory since 2011
| Year | Median LSAT | Median undergraduate GPA | Acceptance rate | First-time bar passage | Resident tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 159 | 3.49 | — | 86.16% | $38,502 |
| 2012 | 159 | 3.46 | — | 88.03% | $39,840 |
| 2013 | 158 | 3.43 | — | 88.73% | $40,950 |
| 2014 | 156 | 3.40 | — | 85.65% | $42,370 |
| 2015 | 157 | 3.43 | — | 83.54% | $44,530 |
| 2016 | 157 | 3.39 | — | 83.61% | $46,720 |
| 2017 | 157 | 3.46 | 51.15% | — | $49,022 |
| 2018 | 158 | 3.45 | 47.45% | 78.37% | $50,942 |
| 2019 | 159 | 3.49 | 50.3% | 76.93% | $52,590 |
| 2020 | 159 | 3.55 | 51.42% | 80.83% | $53,880 |
| 2021 | 160 | 3.63 | 37.66% | 79.13% | $54,960 |
| 2022 | 160 | 3.60 | 48.47% | 79.48% | $55,610 |
| 2023 | 160 | 3.58 | 50.37% | 78.22% | $59,460 |
| 2024 | 159 | 3.65 | 53.06% | 81.71% | $61,530 |
| 2025 | 160 | 3.66 | 41.33% | 84.89% | $63,390 |
Notable in the data
- Its sharpest one-year move in first-time bar passage came in 2018, from 83.61% to 78.37% (-5.2 pts).
- The entering class's LSAT spans 156–162, with a median of 160.
- Resident tuition moved from $38,502 in 2011 to $63,390 in 2025 (+65%).
- Of 285 graduates, 84.6% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs; 12% joined firms of 250+.
- Its first-time pass rate sits 0.2 points below the state average.
Region
Colorado law schools · Mountain region
Peer schools (nearest by median LSAT)
Drexel University School of Law · Georgia State University School of Law · University of Nebraska School of Law · University of Nevada-Las Vegas School of Law · University of Oregon School of Law
FAQ
What LSAT score do I need for University of Denver School of Law?
University of Denver School of Law's median LSAT is 160. The middle 50% scored 156–162.
What is University of Denver School of Law's bar passage rate?
84.89% passed on their first attempt in the most recent reported cycle, and 89.18% within two years.
How much does University of Denver School of Law cost?
Resident tuition is $63,390 per year, $63,390 non-resident. Median grant: $30,000.
What are University of Denver School of Law's employment outcomes?
84.6% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out. 12% joined firms of 250+.
How hard is it to get into University of Denver School of Law?
University of Denver School of Law admitted 41.3% of applicants in the most recent cycle.
Source: ABA Standard 509 Required Disclosures, most recent reported cycle (trend 2011–2025). Last updated June 26, 2026.