Northern Illinois University College of Law
DeKalb, IL. Admissions, scholarship and cost data for the fall 2025 entering class, from the school's official ABA disclosure.
Acceptance rate
44.3%
951 applications
Median LSAT
150
25th–75th: 148–154
Median GPA
3.41
25th–75th: 3.17–3.64
Entering class
134
Public
Cost of attendance
| Tuition | $23,667 |
| Fees | $400 |
| Living expense budget | $22,742 |
| Total per year | $46,809 |
At sticker price, federal loans can cover the full yearly cost. Run your numbers
Scholarships
Students with grants
78%
25th percentile
$4,137
Median grant
$8,274
75th percentile
$12,411
0% of full-time students received full tuition or more.
Grant data covers 2024-25.
Your chances at Northern Illinois University College of Law
81%
chance of admission
Estimated scholarship: $8,274 a year ($5,792–$10,756)
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Frequently asked questions
What LSAT score do you need for Northern Illinois University College of Law?
The median LSAT for Northern Illinois University College of Law's fall 2025 entering class was 150, with the middle half scoring 148 to 154. A score at or above 154 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students.
What GPA do you need for Northern Illinois University College of Law?
The median undergraduate GPA was 3.41, with the middle half between 3.17 and 3.64.
What is Northern Illinois University College of Law's acceptance rate?
Northern Illinois University College of Law admitted 44.3% of applicants for fall 2025: 421 offers from 951 applications, for an entering class of 134.
How much does Northern Illinois University College of Law cost?
Tuition is $23,667 a year, plus $400 in fees and a $22,742 living expense budget, for a total of about $46,809 a year before scholarships.
Does Northern Illinois University College of Law give scholarships?
78% of full-time students received grants. The median grant was $8,274 a year, with the 25th to 75th percentile ranging from $4,137 to $12,411.
Sources · updated 2026-11-02
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