Southern University

Southern University admits a moderately selective applicant pool — approximately 57% of applicants receive offers. While the LSAT remains important, the school's broader band of admitted scores means applicants near the median have a realistic pathway to admission when supported by a compelling overall application. Enrolled students posted LSAT scores from 145 at the 25th percentile to 151 at the 75th percentile, a typical 6-point spread that reflects a fairly defined applicant profile. This profile makes Southern University a reasonable match school for applicants whose LSAT scores fall in the mid-range of the reported distribution.

Southern University offers a lower cost of attendance relative to most ABA-accredited law schools. The full-time non-resident tuition is $11,338 per year plus $7,494 in required fees, which is below average for ABA-accredited law schools. Living costs off campus are estimated at $32,262 per year. The lower tuition base means that even without scholarship funding, graduates face a more manageable debt burden compared to higher-cost peers. This cost advantage can be especially meaningful for students planning careers in lower-salary public service, government, or public interest law. Applicants should still compare total net cost carefully, accounting for fees and living expenses, when weighing options.

Grant aid at Southern University reaches only 24% of full-time students, which is below average for ABA-accredited law schools. Applicants should anticipate that most of the cost of attendance will need to be covered through loans, personal savings, or employer assistance programs. While merit scholarships may be available for highly credentialed applicants, the overall grant prevalence suggests that financial aid is not a primary lever for most incoming students at this institution.