University of Hawaii School of Law
In its most recent ABA Standard 509 disclosure, University of Hawaii School of Law reported a median LSAT of 158, a median undergraduate GPA of 3.62, and a 26.2% acceptance rate. Its first-time bar passage rate was 76.92%, and 91.8% of graduates were in full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out.
- Median LSAT 158
- Median undergraduate GPA 3.62
- Acceptance rate 26.2%
- First-time bar passage 76.92%
- Full-time, long-term JD employment 91.8%
- Resident tuition $23,304
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trajectory since 2011
| Year | Median LSAT | Median undergraduate GPA | Acceptance rate | First-time bar passage | Resident tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 156 | 3.36 | — | 75.36% | $17,378 |
| 2012 | 158 | 3.36 | — | 74.42% | $18,094 |
| 2013 | 157 | 3.32 | — | 74.39% | $19,006 |
| 2014 | 156 | 3.39 | — | 82.56% | $19,464 |
| 2015 | 154 | 3.27 | — | 69.8% | $22,392 |
| 2016 | 152 | 3.27 | — | 78.57% | $23,142 |
| 2017 | 153 | 3.20 | 51.18% | — | $23,142 |
| 2018 | 154 | 3.32 | 49.67% | 72.55% | $22,392 |
| 2019 | 156 | 3.45 | 38.23% | 79.6% | $22,392 |
| 2020 | 154 | 3.42 | 40.3% | 65.72% | $22,392 |
| 2021 | 156 | 3.54 | 32.74% | 78.12% | $22,392 |
| 2022 | 156 | 3.53 | 29.65% | 72.07% | $22,392 |
| 2023 | 157 | 3.48 | 28.8% | 71.15% | $22,392 |
| 2024 | 156 | 3.70 | 32% | 69.14% | $22,848 |
| 2025 | 158 | 3.62 | 26.24% | 76.92% | $23,304 |
Notable in the data
- Its sharpest one-year move in first-time bar passage came in 2020, from 79.6% to 65.72% (-13.9 pts).
- The entering class's LSAT spans 155–162, with a median of 158.
- Resident tuition moved from $17,378 in 2011 to $23,304 in 2025 (+34%).
- Of 98 graduates, 91.8% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs; 0% joined firms of 250+.
- Its first-time pass rate sits 2 points above the state average.
Region
Hawaii law schools · Pacific region
Peer schools (nearest by median LSAT)
Albany Law School · University of Arkansas School of Law · DePaul University School of Law · University of Maine School of Law · Marquette University School of Law
FAQ
What LSAT score do I need for University of Hawaii School of Law?
University of Hawaii School of Law's median LSAT is 158. The middle 50% scored 155–162.
What is University of Hawaii School of Law's bar passage rate?
76.92% passed on their first attempt in the most recent reported cycle, and 79.38% within two years.
How much does University of Hawaii School of Law cost?
Resident tuition is $23,304 per year, $46,728 non-resident. Median grant: $7,000.
What are University of Hawaii School of Law's employment outcomes?
91.8% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out. 0% joined firms of 250+.
How hard is it to get into University of Hawaii School of Law?
University of Hawaii School of Law admitted 26.2% 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.