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Side-by-side comparison of admissions, costs, and outcomes
View all-time data (33 cross-admits)
33 total cross-admit decisions (all cycles)
GU is Top 150 · UO is Top 150 in the LSD rankings
See full LSD.Law school rankings →About this comparison
This page compares Gonzaga University and University of Oregon across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes using official ABA 509 disclosures.
In the U.S. News rankings, University of Oregon is ranked #94 compared to #141 — a gap of 47 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.
There is a meaningful difference in admissions competitiveness: University of Oregon has a median LSAT of 160 compared to 155, a gap of 5 points. This suggests applicants to University of Oregon face a more competitive admissions pool.
Gonzaga University is located in Spokane, Washington, while University of Oregon is in Eugene, Oregon. 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, University of Oregon has lower tuition at $47,240 per year compared to $57,962. Combined with employment rates of 77.7% (GU) and 87.2% (UO), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.
Among cross-admitted applicants, Gonzaga University offered a median scholarship of $105,000 compared to $60,000, a difference of $45,000 that may factor into enrollment decisions.
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Admissions Comparison
2025 ABA 509How these schools compare on LSAT, GPA, selectivity, and class composition.
| Metric | GU | UO |
|---|---|---|
| USN Rank | #141 | #94 ▲ |
| LSD Rank | Top 150 (0.003) | Top 150 (0.003) |
| LSAT 25th | 153 | 157 ▲ |
| LSAT Median | 155 | 160 ▲ |
| LSAT 75th | 158 | 162 ▲ |
| GPA Median | 3.55 | 3.62 ▲ |
| Acceptance Rate | 51.1% ▲ | 55.0% |
| Class Size | 203 | 186 |
| Yield Rate | 30.9% ▲ | 18.2% |
Financial Comparison
2025 ABA 509Tuition, scholarships, and debt burden at each school.
| Metric | GU | UO |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (In-State) | $57,962 | $47,240 ▲ |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $57,962 ▲ | $59,495 |
| Median Grant | $32,000 ▲ | $25,000 |
| % Receiving Grants | 98.0% ▲ | 74.0% |
| Avg. Debt at Graduation | - | - |
Employment Outcomes
2024 ABA 509Post-graduation employment placement, salaries, and bar passage.
| Metric | GU | UO |
|---|---|---|
| BigLaw (501+) | 2.4% | 3.0% ▲ |
| Judicial Clerkships | 6.0% | 12.8% ▲ |
| Median Salary (Private) | - | $85,000 |
| Employment Rate | 77.7% | 87.2% ▲ |
| Bar Pass Rate | 79.7% | 85.1% ▲ |
Cross-Admit Decisions by Cycle
How cross-admit preferences have shifted over recent application cycles.
| Cycle | Split | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 |
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