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ADMISSIONS INFO*
8,091
Total frst-year applications
32.6%
Percent admitted
529 Enrolled
168
Median LSAT
3.87
Median GPA
15
Countries represented
42
States represented (plus D.C.)
ABOUT GW LAW
84
Full-time faculty
300+
Adjunct faculty
10
Student-led journals
19
Clinics
65
Student organizations
500
Students who earn academic credit & practical experience through Field Placement each year
57,314
Pro Bono hours contributed by Class of 2024
8
Alums have become Supreme Court clerks during the past decade
61% Women
23
Median age of entering class
Top states represented in entering class:
TOP STATES WHERE GRADS TAKE THE BAR 44% Diverse Enrollment
D.C./Uniform Bar Exam New York California Maryland Virginia New Jersey
*Admissions data for Class of 2024 is official as of October 5, 2024.
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THE BINDING EARLY DECISION PROGRAM: APPLICATIONS DUE FEBRUARY 1
The Binding Early Decision Program is designed for applicants who are certain GW Law is their top choice. Admitted applicants will be eligible for need-based grants; applicants who wish to be considered for merit awards should not apply through this program. Applicants must agree to attend GW Law, if admitted.
THE BINDING PRESIDENTIAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (FULL TUITION): APPLICATIONS DUE FEBRUARY 1
All applicants admitted through the Presidential Merit Scholarship Program will be awarded a full-tuition scholarship. Applicants must agree to attend GW Law, if admitted.
REGULAR ADMISSION PROCESS: APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 1
Regular admission decisions will be made on a rolling basis between November and May. Students may enroll in the full- or part-time JD program
CONSIDER OUR PART-TIME PROGRAM
Benefts of GW Law’s part-time program include:
• Day or evening classes: Many of our most popular classes meet at 6 p.m.
• Flexibility: Switch easily between full- and part-time status
• Career support: A career counselor, along with evening career programming, dedicated to part-time students
• Robust student life: Enjoy full engagement in the law school community as a part-time student
• Participate in student organizations, be a member of a journal, take advantage of an array of academic and extracurricular opportunities as a part-time student
• Scholarships available
COST OF ATTENDANCE (2024-25)
Tuition and fees: $72,520
Per credit hour (part time): $2,448
GW Law has substantial merit scholarship and need-based grant programs.
