University of Richmond School of Law
In its most recent ABA Standard 509 disclosure, University of Richmond School of Law reported a median LSAT of 164, a median undergraduate GPA of 3.81, and a 39.6% acceptance rate. Its first-time bar passage rate was 80.13%, and 92.3% of graduates were in full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out.
- Median LSAT 164
- Median undergraduate GPA 3.81
- Acceptance rate 39.6%
- First-time bar passage 80.13%
- Full-time, long-term JD employment 92.3%
- Resident tuition $57,700
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trajectory since 2011
| Year | Median LSAT | Median undergraduate GPA | Acceptance rate | First-time bar passage | Resident tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 162 | 3.50 | — | 82.09% | $35,430 |
| 2012 | 162 | 3.50 | — | 83.59% | $36,850 |
| 2013 | 161 | 3.50 | — | 83.33% | $38,250 |
| 2014 | 160 | 3.50 | — | 81.2% | $39,200 |
| 2015 | 160 | 3.51 | — | 86.18% | $39,950 |
| 2016 | 161 | 3.55 | — | 81.3% | $41,500 |
| 2017 | 160 | 3.57 | 37.02% | — | $43,000 |
| 2018 | 161 | 3.59 | 31.87% | 74.1% | $44,700 |
| 2019 | 161 | 3.60 | 42.13% | 77.06% | $46,400 |
| 2020 | 161 | 3.62 | 43.5% | 81.9% | $48,600 |
| 2021 | 162 | 3.70 | 36.29% | 92.08% | $50,500 |
| 2022 | 163 | 3.75 | 33.67% | 84.8% | $51,510 |
| 2023 | 164 | 3.75 | 41.46% | 76.98% | $53,440 |
| 2024 | 164 | 3.75 | 42.91% | 79.59% | $55,550 |
| 2025 | 164 | 3.81 | 39.64% | 80.13% | $57,700 |
Notable in the data
- Its sharpest one-year move in first-time bar passage came in 2021, from 81.9% to 92.08% (+10.2 pts).
- The entering class's LSAT spans 159–167, with a median of 164.
- Resident tuition moved from $35,430 in 2011 to $57,700 in 2025 (+63%).
- Of 117 graduates, 92.3% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs; 10.2% joined firms of 250+.
- Its first-time pass rate sits 2.8 points above the state average.
Region
Virginia law schools · South Atlantic region
Peer schools (nearest by median LSAT)
Baylor University School of Law · University of Colorado School of Law · Indiana University-Bloomington School of Law · University of Iowa School of Law · University of Maryland School of Law
FAQ
What LSAT score do I need for University of Richmond School of Law?
University of Richmond School of Law's median LSAT is 164. The middle 50% scored 159–167.
What is University of Richmond School of Law's bar passage rate?
80.13% passed on their first attempt in the most recent reported cycle, and 93.55% within two years.
How much does University of Richmond School of Law cost?
Resident tuition is $57,700 per year, $57,700 non-resident. Median grant: $40,000.
What are University of Richmond School of Law's employment outcomes?
92.3% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out. 10.2% joined firms of 250+.
How hard is it to get into University of Richmond School of Law?
University of Richmond School of Law admitted 39.6% 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.