Georgia State University College of Law
General Info
The Georgia State University College of Law is an urban law school located in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1982, is it accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. In addition to the Juris Doctor degree, the college offers joint degree programs with other colleges at Georgia State University, including Master of Business Administration, Master of Public Administration, Master of Arts in Philosophy, Master of City and Regional Planning, and Master of Science in Health Administration. The college's educational programs are enhanced through externship and pro bono programs facilitated through the proximity of the Georgia State Capitol, major law firms and corporate offices.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.law.gsu.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) lawadmissions@gsu.edu
- (Location) Atlanta, GA
GSU Law School Admissions
GSU Law School is considered a Moderately Competitive law school, which accepts only 28% of its applicants. Comparatively, Gsu is Lower than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 1709 | 475 (27.79%) | 189 (11.1%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 3.12 | 3.40 | 3.60 |
| LSAT | 155 | 158 | 160 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $16,858 | $36,466 |
| Part Time | $13,204 | $27,910 |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $17,572
- Living off-campus: $16,100
- Living at home: $8,910
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: N/A
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: 06/01
- Application Fee: $50
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GSU Law School Community
GSU Law School is considered to have a Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Gsu is Below Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 56
- Part Time: 38
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 48
- # Minority Faculty: 16
Ratio
11.3 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: No
- Graduate Housing: No
- Law Specific Housing: No
GSU Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. GSU Law School 1L section size is 6% smaller than law schools in Georgia and 9% smaller than all PUBLIC law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 258
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 187
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 144
- Law Journals: 68
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 11.3%
- Second Year: 1.1%
- Third Year: 0.5%
- Fourth Year: 3.7%
GSU Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The GSU Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 92% with 3% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 100.0%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 56.0%
- Business: 21.0%
- Government: 11.0%
- Public Interest: 4.0%
- Academia: 1.0%
- Georgia: 91%
- District of Columbia: 1%
- Florida: 1%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 100.0%
- First Time Takers: 202
- Average School: 91.6%
- Average State: 80.2%
- Pass Difference: 11.4%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Georgia: 80.2%
- Passed: 185 of 202 (91.6%)
- State Average: 80.2%
- Difference: 11.4%