Washington University School of Law (WashU Law)
St. Louis, MO. Admissions, scholarship and cost data for the fall 2025 entering class, from the school's official ABA disclosure.
Acceptance rate
19.0%
5,616 applications
Median LSAT
175
25th–75th: 165–176
Median GPA
3.96
25th–75th: 3.58–4.00
Entering class
261
Private
Cost of attendance
| Tuition | $72,792 |
| Fees | $892 |
| Living expense budget | $28,603 |
| Total per year | $102,287 |
At sticker price, federal loans (capped at $50,000 a year) leave a gap of about $156,861 over three years. Run your numbers
Scholarships
Students with grants
94%
25th percentile
$40,000
Median grant
$48,000
75th percentile
$60,000
20.9% of full-time students received full tuition or more.
Grant data covers 2024-25.
Your chances at Washington University School of Law (WashU Law)
75%
chance of admission · 25% waitlist
Estimated scholarship: $48,000 a year ($43,200–$55,200)
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Frequently asked questions
What LSAT score do you need for Washington University School of Law (WashU Law)?
The median LSAT for Washington University School of Law (WashU Law)'s fall 2025 entering class was 175, with the middle half scoring 165 to 176. A score at or above 176 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students.
What GPA do you need for Washington University School of Law (WashU Law)?
The median undergraduate GPA was 3.96, with the middle half between 3.58 and 4.00.
What is Washington University School of Law (WashU Law)'s acceptance rate?
Washington University School of Law (WashU Law) admitted 19.0% of applicants for fall 2025: 1,065 offers from 5,616 applications, for an entering class of 261.
How much does Washington University School of Law (WashU Law) cost?
Tuition is $72,792 a year, plus $892 in fees and a $28,603 living expense budget, for a total of about $102,287 a year before scholarships.
Does Washington University School of Law (WashU Law) give scholarships?
94% of full-time students received grants. The median grant was $48,000 a year, with the 25th to 75th percentile ranging from $40,000 to $60,000.
Sources · updated 2026-11-02
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