University of New Mexico School of Law
In its most recent ABA Standard 509 disclosure, University of New Mexico School of Law reported a median LSAT of 157, a median undergraduate GPA of 3.56, and a 41.4% acceptance rate. Its first-time bar passage rate was 85.71%, and 78% of graduates were in full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out.
- Median LSAT 157
- Median undergraduate GPA 3.56
- Acceptance rate 41.4%
- First-time bar passage 85.71%
- Full-time, long-term JD employment 78%
- Resident tuition $19,474
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trajectory since 2011
| Year | Median LSAT | Median undergraduate GPA | Acceptance rate | First-time bar passage | Resident tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 157 | 3.33 | — | 88.31% | $14,532 |
| 2012 | 156 | 3.39 | — | 85.29% | $15,098 |
| 2013 | 154 | 3.42 | — | 90.91% | $16,251 |
| 2014 | 153 | 3.43 | — | 85.44% | $16,251 |
| 2015 | 154 | 3.47 | — | 91.11% | $16,490 |
| 2016 | 153 | 3.47 | — | 84.44% | $18,104 |
| 2017 | 153 | 3.45 | 47.81% | — | $17,147 |
| 2018 | 153 | 3.40 | 47.86% | 88.89% | $17,398 |
| 2019 | 155 | 3.47 | 44.79% | 85.57% | $17,064 |
| 2020 | 155 | 3.50 | 46.22% | 80.51% | $18,288 |
| 2021 | 156 | 3.61 | 41.18% | 85.85% | $18,201 |
| 2022 | 156 | 3.50 | 47.05% | 80.55% | $18,460 |
| 2023 | 155 | 3.61 | 53.48% | 81.08% | $19,158 |
| 2024 | 157 | 3.57 | 51.58% | 81.91% | $19,297 |
| 2025 | 157 | 3.56 | 41.41% | 85.71% | $19,474 |
Notable in the data
- Its sharpest one-year move in first-time bar passage came in 2016, from 91.11% to 84.44% (-6.7 pts).
- The entering class's LSAT spans 154–161, with a median of 157.
- Resident tuition moved from $14,532 in 2011 to $19,474 in 2025 (+34%).
- Of 100 graduates, 78% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs; 0% joined firms of 250+.
- Its first-time pass rate sits 4.5 points above the state average.
Region
New Mexico law schools · Mountain region
Peer schools (nearest by median LSAT)
University at Buffalo School of Law · University of Dayton School of Law · Duquesne University School of Law · Hofstra University School of Law · Louisiana State University School of Law
FAQ
What LSAT score do I need for University of New Mexico School of Law?
University of New Mexico School of Law's median LSAT is 157. The middle 50% scored 154–161.
What is University of New Mexico School of Law's bar passage rate?
85.71% passed on their first attempt in the most recent reported cycle, and 92.5% within two years.
How much does University of New Mexico School of Law cost?
Resident tuition is $19,474 per year, $43,192 non-resident. Median grant: $10,000.
What are University of New Mexico School of Law's employment outcomes?
78% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out. 0% joined firms of 250+.
How hard is it to get into University of New Mexico School of Law?
University of New Mexico School of Law admitted 41.4% 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.