City University of New York School of Law
Long Island City, NY. Admissions, scholarship and cost data for the fall 2025 entering class, from the school's official ABA disclosure.
Acceptance rate
28.6%
2,300 applications
Median LSAT
155
25th–75th: 152–161
Median GPA
3.54
25th–75th: 3.26–3.77
Entering class
219
Public
Cost of attendance
| Tuition (nonresident) | $25,640 |
| Tuition (resident) | $15,450 |
| Fees | $563 |
| Living expense budget | $30,805 |
| Total per year | $57,008 |
At sticker price, federal loans (capped at $50,000 a year) leave a gap of about $21,024 over three years. Run your numbers
Scholarships
Students with grants
14%
25th percentile
$8,000
Median grant
$8,000
75th percentile
$8,000
0% of full-time students received full tuition or more.
Grant data covers 2024-25.
Your chances at City University of New York School of Law
50%
chance of admission · 25% waitlist
Estimated scholarship: $8,000 a year ($8,000–$8,000)
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Frequently asked questions
What LSAT score do you need for City University of New York School of Law?
The median LSAT for City University of New York School of Law's fall 2025 entering class was 155, with the middle half scoring 152 to 161. A score at or above 161 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students.
What GPA do you need for City University of New York School of Law?
The median undergraduate GPA was 3.54, with the middle half between 3.26 and 3.77.
What is City University of New York School of Law's acceptance rate?
City University of New York School of Law admitted 28.6% of applicants for fall 2025: 659 offers from 2,300 applications, for an entering class of 219.
How much does City University of New York School of Law cost?
Tuition is $25,640 a year for nonresidents and $15,450 for residents, plus $563 in fees and a $30,805 living expense budget, for a total of about $57,008 a year before scholarships.
Does City University of New York School of Law give scholarships?
14% of full-time students received grants. The median grant was $8,000 a year, with the 25th to 75th percentile ranging from $8,000 to $8,000.
Sources · updated 2026-11-02
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