In making admissions decisions, law schools heavily weigh two criteria: grade point average and LSAT (law school admission test) score . Law schools view your college cumulative grade point average (GPA) as an indicator of success in law school. Law schools use the LSAT as a method to measure skills required to succeed in law school and beyond, such as reading comprehension and logical reasoning skills.
In addition to grade point average and LSAT score, admissions committees will consider other parts of your applicant profile. These include:
- admissions essays
- extracurricular activities
- personal statements
- letters of recommendation
- work experience
- personal hardship
It is important to bear in mind that each law school has its own policies and procedures for making admissions decisions. Therefore, it is wise to research each school’s policies (sometimes contained in admissions materials or on the school’s website) to determine individual admission standards and priorities.
