Arizona State University vs University of Minnesota

This page compares Arizona State University and University of Minnesota across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 33 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 33 applicants admitted to both schools, 82% chose to attend University of Minnesota. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

In the U.S. News rankings, University of Minnesota is ranked #20 compared to #45 — a gap of 25 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

There is a meaningful difference in admissions competitiveness: University of Minnesota has a median LSAT of 171 compared to 165, a gap of 6 points. This suggests applicants to University of Minnesota face a more competitive admissions pool.

Arizona State University is located in Tempe, Arizona, while University of Minnesota is in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Regional placement matters: graduates tend to find employment near their law school, so location should factor into your decision alongside rankings and cost.

On cost, Arizona State University has lower tuition at $28,390 per year compared to $51,440. Combined with employment rates of 93.5% (ASU) and 95.2% (UMN), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.