American University Washington College of Law
Washington, DC. Admissions, scholarship and cost data for the fall 2025 entering class, from the school's official ABA disclosure.
Acceptance rate
33.3%
5,952 applications
Median LSAT
162
25th–75th: 157–163
Median GPA
3.63
25th–75th: 3.32–3.75
Entering class
405
Private
Cost of attendance
| Tuition | $66,990 |
| Fees | $2,182 |
| Living expense budget | $33,832 |
| Total per year | $103,004 |
At sticker price, federal loans (capped at $50,000 a year) leave a gap of about $159,012 over three years. Run your numbers
Scholarships
Students with grants
60%
25th percentile
$40,000
Median grant
$40,000
75th percentile
$40,000
6.5% of full-time students received full tuition or more.
Grant data covers 2024-25.
Your chances at American University Washington College of Law
62%
chance of admission · 38% waitlist
Estimated scholarship: $40,000 a year ($40,000–$40,000)
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Frequently asked questions
What LSAT score do you need for American University Washington College of Law?
The median LSAT for American University Washington College of Law's fall 2025 entering class was 162, with the middle half scoring 157 to 163. A score at or above 163 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students.
What GPA do you need for American University Washington College of Law?
The median undergraduate GPA was 3.63, with the middle half between 3.32 and 3.75.
What is American University Washington College of Law's acceptance rate?
American University Washington College of Law admitted 33.3% of applicants for fall 2025: 1,981 offers from 5,952 applications, for an entering class of 405.
How much does American University Washington College of Law cost?
Tuition is $66,990 a year, plus $2,182 in fees and a $33,832 living expense budget, for a total of about $103,004 a year before scholarships.
Does American University Washington College of Law give scholarships?
60% of full-time students received grants. The median grant was $40,000 a year, with the 25th to 75th percentile ranging from $40,000 to $40,000.
Sources · updated 2026-11-02
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