Law schools in Tennessee
The 5 ABA-accredited law schools in Tennessee report a median first-time bar passage of 91.9%, above the national median of 82.9%.
- Median LSAT median 161 (national 159)
- First-time bar passage median 91.9% (national 82.9%)
- Full-time, long-term JD employment median 91.5% (national 90.8%)
- Resident tuition median $43,210 (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 | Belmont University School of Law | 161 | 95% | 89.8% | $55,500 |
| 2 | Vanderbilt Law School | 170 | 94.5% | 98.8% | $76,440 |
| 3 | University of Tennessee School of Law | 164 | 91.9% | 92.7% | $16,696 |
| 4 | University of Memphis School of Law | 155 | 73.4% | 91.5% | $18,634 |
| 5 | Lincoln Memorial University School of Law | 153 | 63.7% | 83.6% | $43,210 |
Source: ABA Standard 509 Required Disclosures, most recent reported cycle. Last updated June 8, 2026.