Law schools in Georgia
The 5 ABA-accredited law schools in Georgia report a median first-time bar passage of 88.4%, above the national median of 82.9%.
- Median LSAT median 160 (national 159)
- First-time bar passage median 88.4% (national 82.9%)
- Full-time, long-term JD employment median 92.8% (national 90.8%)
- Resident tuition median $44,782 (national $45,200)
Schools, ranked by first-time bar passage
| # | Law school | Median LSAT | First-time bar passage | Full-time, long-term JD employment | Resident tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Georgia School of Law | 169 | 90.4% | 95.9% | $18,044 |
| 2 | Georgia State University School of Law | 160 | 90% | 92.8% | $16,162 |
| 3 | Emory University School of Law | 166 | 88.4% | 91.1% | $69,510 |
| 4 | Mercer University School of Law | 157 | 84% | 93% | $44,782 |
| 5 | Atlanta's John Marshall Law School | 152 | 68.4% | 83.2% | $52,536 |
Source: ABA Standard 509 Required Disclosures, most recent reported cycle. Last updated June 8, 2026.