Fordham University School of Law
New York, NY. Admissions, scholarship and cost data for the fall 2025 entering class, from the school's official ABA disclosure.
Acceptance rate
16.2%
8,811 applications
Median LSAT
168
25th–75th: 165–170
Median GPA
3.79
25th–75th: 3.60–3.88
Entering class
444
Private
Cost of attendance
| Tuition | $78,078 |
| Fees | $1,170 |
| Living expense budget | $37,354 |
| Total per year | $116,602 |
At sticker price, federal loans (capped at $50,000 a year) leave a gap of about $199,806 over three years. Run your numbers
Scholarships
Students with grants
89%
25th percentile
$25,000
Median grant
$35,000
75th percentile
$43,000
0% of full-time students received full tuition or more.
Grant data covers 2024-25.
Your chances at Fordham University School of Law
33%
chance of admission · 50% waitlist
Estimated scholarship: $35,000 a year ($29,000–$39,800)
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Frequently asked questions
What LSAT score do you need for Fordham University School of Law?
The median LSAT for Fordham University School of Law's fall 2025 entering class was 168, with the middle half scoring 165 to 170. A score at or above 170 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students.
What GPA do you need for Fordham University School of Law?
The median undergraduate GPA was 3.79, with the middle half between 3.60 and 3.88.
What is Fordham University School of Law's acceptance rate?
Fordham University School of Law admitted 16.2% of applicants for fall 2025: 1,429 offers from 8,811 applications, for an entering class of 444.
How much does Fordham University School of Law cost?
Tuition is $78,078 a year, plus $1,170 in fees and a $37,354 living expense budget, for a total of about $116,602 a year before scholarships.
Does Fordham University School of Law give scholarships?
89% of full-time students received grants. The median grant was $35,000 a year, with the 25th to 75th percentile ranging from $25,000 to $43,000.
Sources · updated 2026-11-02
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