University of Memphis School of Law
In its most recent ABA Standard 509 disclosure, University of Memphis School of Law reported a median LSAT of 155, a median undergraduate GPA of 3.53, and a 41.1% acceptance rate. Its first-time bar passage rate was 73.4%, and 91.5% of graduates were in full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out.
- Median LSAT 155
- Median undergraduate GPA 3.53
- Acceptance rate 41.1%
- First-time bar passage 73.4%
- Full-time, long-term JD employment 91.5%
- Resident tuition $18,634
15-year trajectory
| Year | Median LSAT | Median undergraduate GPA | Acceptance rate | First-time bar passage | Resident tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 154 | 3.25 | — | 93.28% | $16,834 |
| 2013 | 153 | 3.24 | — | 89.08% | $17,620 |
| 2014 | 153 | 3.27 | — | 88.03% | $18,470 |
| 2015 | 152 | 3.20 | — | 71.93% | $18,387 |
| 2016 | 151 | 3.24 | — | 74.74% | $18,763 |
| 2017 | 152 | 3.30 | 52.24% | — | $19,197 |
| 2018 | 152 | 3.41 | 53.13% | 77.08% | $19,198 |
| 2019 | 152 | 3.32 | 55.66% | 68.67% | $19,218 |
| 2020 | 153 | 3.33 | 47.07% | 80.25% | $17,116 |
| 2021 | 154 | 3.36 | 48.48% | 79.16% | $17,402 |
| 2022 | 154 | 3.32 | 41.22% | 76.58% | $17,402 |
| 2023 | 155 | 3.40 | 43.66% | 65.05% | $17,754 |
| 2024 | 154 | 3.48 | 43.76% | 76.09% | $18,458 |
| 2025 | 155 | 3.53 | 41.07% | 73.4% | $18,634 |
| 2026 | — | — | — | 72.63% | — |
Notable in the data
- Its sharpest one-year move in first-time bar passage came in 2015, from 88.03% to 71.93% (-16.1 pts).
- The entering class's LSAT spans 152–159, with a median of 155.
- Resident tuition moved from $15,690 in 2011 to $18,634 in 2025 (+19%).
- Of 94 graduates, 91.5% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs; 6.4% joined firms of 250+.
- Its first-time pass rate sits 5.1 points below the state average.
Region
Tennessee law schools · East South Central region
Peer schools (nearest by median LSAT)
Ave Maria School of Law · University of Baltimore School of Law · California Western School of Law · City University of New York School of Law · Cleveland State University School of Law
FAQ
What LSAT score do I need for University of Memphis School of Law?
University of Memphis School of Law's median LSAT is 155. The middle 50% scored 152–159.
What is University of Memphis School of Law's bar passage rate?
73.4% passed on their first attempt in the most recent reported cycle, and 90.6% within two years.
How much does University of Memphis School of Law cost?
Resident tuition is $18,634 per year, $24,354 non-resident. Median grant: $11,000.
What are University of Memphis School of Law's employment outcomes?
91.5% landed full-time, long-term JD jobs ten months out. 6.4% joined firms of 250+.
How hard is it to get into University of Memphis School of Law?
University of Memphis School of Law admitted 41.1% of applicants in the most recent cycle.
Source: ABA Standard 509 Required Disclosures, most recent reported cycle (trend 2012–2026). Last updated June 8, 2026.