Law schools in Michigan
The 5 ABA-accredited law schools in Michigan report a median first-time bar passage of 78.3%, below the national median of 82.9%.
- Median LSAT median 162 (national 159)
- First-time bar passage median 78.3% (national 82.9%)
- Full-time, long-term JD employment median 91.6% (national 90.8%)
- Resident tuition median $45,820 (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 Michigan Law School | 171 | 95.6% | 97.7% | $76,108 |
| 2 | Wayne State University School of Law | 164 | 86% | 96.8% | $38,861 |
| 3 | Michigan State University School of Law | 162 | 78.3% | 88.3% | $43,480 |
| 4 | University of Detroit Mercy School of Law | 156 | 70.8% | 91.6% | $48,480 |
| 5 | Cooley Law School | 147 | 51.5% | 74.1% | $45,820 |
Source: ABA Standard 509 Required Disclosures, most recent reported cycle. Last updated June 8, 2026.