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Yale Law School
Yale Law School: Acceptance Rate & Selectivity
Yale Law School acceptance rate is 5.3%. See applications received, LSAT/GPA medians, and selectivity analysis.
Acceptance rate
5.3%
Based on ABA Standard 509 data (2024 reporting year)
Key stats
Median LSAT
174
Median GPA
3.96
Acceptance rate
5.3%
Selectivity overview
Median LSAT174
LSAT range (25th–75th)170–177
Median GPA3.96
GPA range (25th–75th)3.91–4.00
Applications4358
Enrolled174
Yale Law School accepted approximately 5.3% of applicants in our latest data. Pair these stats with a strong personal statement and a balanced school list. View full admissions guide →
How to improve your chances
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Frequently asked questions
What LSAT score do I need for Yale Law School?+
Our data shows a median LSAT of 174 (25th–75th: 170–177). Competitive applicants typically meet or exceed the median with a strong application narrative.
What GPA do I need for Yale Law School?+
The reported median GPA is 3.96. Grade trends and major difficulty matter alongside the cumulative GPA.
What is Yale Law School's acceptance rate?+
The acceptance rate is approximately 5.3% in our latest ABA 509 data. About 4,358 applications were received.
How hard is it to get into Yale Law School?+
With an acceptance rate of 5.3% and a median LSAT of 174, Yale Law School is highly selective. Strong applicants exceed median stats and tell a compelling story in their personal statement.
How many people apply to Yale Law School?+
Our data shows approximately 4,358 applications received and 174 students enrolled in the latest reporting year.
What LSAT score do I need for Yale Law School?+
The median LSAT is 174 (25th–75th: 170–177). See our LSAT requirements page for score targets.