Beyond the Numbers
We encourage you to read our "Who Are You" speech for the Class of 2015 to learn more about the complexity behind the numbers.
Admitted Student Profile
Applications to the Class of 2015 came from 49 states and 30 foreign counties. In all, the law school received 2,823 applications, 19% more than the prior year. Graduates of 600 colleges and universities applied to the law school, and 77% of applications came from out-of-state. The youngest applicant was 19 and the eldest 65.
LSAT Score:
- 75th percentile LSAT Score - 164
- Median - 162 (86th percentile)
- 25th percentile - 159
- Range - 145-177
Undergraduate GPA:
- 75th percentile GPA - 3.70
- Median - 3.53
- 25th percentile - 3.26
- Range - 2.01-4.12
It is important to note that all applications receive a holistic review before a decision is made. We take the entire application into consideration, placing weight on LSAT, GPA, narrative statement, work history, community service, extra-curricular activities, and letters of recommendation, if provided. We welcome an addendum, giving us additional information, if you believe it would be beneficial to your candidacy.
We urge you to look at the wide range of credentials of those admitted to the law school. You are not a number to us; therefore, you should know there are many factors taken into consideration outside of "the numbers." We encourage you to apply so that we may consider your candidacy as the unique individual you are.
Class of 2015 Profile
The Class of 2015 is 56% men and 44% women; minorities make up 16% of the class. The average age of the class is 24, with the youngest student being 20 years old and the eldest being 43. Approximately 47% of the students come from out of state; they represent 26 states and D.C., plus China, Saudi Arabia, Lithuania and Canada. There are 74 American undergraduate colleges and universities represented in the class as well as alumni of three foreign universities.
LSAT Score:
- 75th percentile LSAT Score - 163
- Median - 162 (86th percentile)
- 25th percentile - 158
Undergraduate GPA:
- 75th percentile GPA - 3.60
- Median - 3.50
- 25th percentile - 3.21
Please note, LSAT/UGPA percentiles were calculated by the Law School Admission Council based on matriculant lists provided by the University of Richmond School of Law to the ABA.
Law Admissions Office
Mailing Address:
University of Richmond School of Law
28 Westhampton Way
University of Richmond, VA 23173
GPS Location:
37.579172, -77.536167
Phone: (804) 289-8189
Fax: (804) 287-6516
E-mail: lawadmissions@richmond.edu