Stanford University
Stanford University is one of the most selective law schools in the country with an acceptance rate of 6%. The median LSAT score for admitted students is 173, with a median GPA of 3.96. Approximately 50% of students receive grant or scholarship funding. Below you'll find detailed admissions statistics, tuition and cost data, and scholarship information based on the 2025 ABA 509 report.
Acceptance Rate
6%
Median LSAT
173
Median GPA
3.96
Receive Grants
50%
Admissions Statistics
25th Percentile
171
Median
173
75th Percentile
176
25th Percentile
3.87
Median
3.96
75th Percentile
4.00
Stanford University is among the most selective law schools in the country, admitting approximately 6% of applicants. Gaining admission requires a near-elite academic profile; applicants at or below the 25th percentile LSAT cutoff face extremely long odds regardless of other credentials. The admissions committee places significant weight on demonstrated ability to perform at the highest level of legal education. Enrolled students posted LSAT scores from 171 at the 25th percentile to 176 at the 75th percentile, a typical 5-point spread that reflects a fairly defined applicant profile. Applicants are strongly encouraged to interpret these statistics as a floor rather than a target — competitive applicants typically present scores at or above the 75th percentile.
GPA Expectations
On the academic credential side, enrolled students at Stanford University reported a median undergraduate GPA of 3.96, with the 25th percentile at 3.87 and the 75th percentile at 4.00. The narrow 0.13-point GPA range indicates that Stanford University favors applicants with a consistently strong academic record. Applicants whose GPA falls below the 25th percentile may wish to supplement their application with a strong addendum addressing academic context or upward trajectory. A GPA at or above the median strengthens any application and, when combined with a competitive LSAT score, places the candidate in a favorable position.
Tuition & Costs
FT Resident
$77,454
FT Non-Resident
N/R
Fees
$2,253
On Campus
$49,719
Off Campus
$51,102
At Home
N/R
Stanford University offers a lower cost of attendance relative to most ABA-accredited law schools. The full-time non-resident tuition is $0 per year plus $2,253 in required fees, which is below average for ABA-accredited law schools. Living costs off campus are estimated at $51,102 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.
Scholarships & Grants
Receiving Grants
50%
< Half Tuition
14%
Half to Full
25%
Full Tuition
0%
> Full Tuition
11%
25th Percentile
$34,240
Median
$52,797
75th Percentile
$72,247
25th Percentile
N/R
Median
N/R
75th Percentile
N/R
Stanford University awards grant aid to 50% of full-time students. Among recipients, the median grant award is $52,797 per year, with a range from $34,240 to $72,247. While a moderate share of the enrolled class benefits from scholarship funding, applicants in the upper portion of the LSAT distribution are better positioned to negotiate merit awards. Prospective students should factor in the uncertainty around scholarship eligibility when projecting net cost and are encouraged to compare offers across peer institutions before committing.
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This tool provides directional estimates based on school-level data from the American Bar Association's Standard 509 Information Report. The statistics shown on this page — including LSAT percentiles, GPA ranges, acceptance rates, grant prevalence, and tuition figures — are drawn from Stanford University's ABA 509 disclosure data for the 2025 reporting cycle, the most recent cycle available at the time this page was generated. All estimated admission probabilities and scholarship likelihood figures are derived from a quantitative model that weights LSAT scores at 70% and undergraduate GPA at 30% of an applicant strength index. These estimates are directional in nature and are not guarantees of admission, scholarship eligibility, or any specific financial outcome. Individual application outcomes depend on a wide range of factors not captured in school-level ABA data, including personal statements, letters of recommendation, work experience, character and fitness disclosures, application timing, and year-to-year variation in applicant pool composition. Do not rely on these estimated figures as the sole basis for any significant financial or enrollment decision. The figures presented reflect historical patterns in reported data, not individual predictions. Use this information as one input among many when researching law schools — alongside official admissions consultations, financial aid award letters from institutions, and conversations with current students or alumni who have direct experience with the program.