This page compares George Washington University and Northeastern University across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 37 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 37 applicants admitted to both schools, 68% chose to attend George Washington University. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

In the U.S. News rankings, George Washington University is ranked #26 compared to #77 — a gap of 51 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

There is a meaningful difference in admissions competitiveness: George Washington University has a median LSAT of 168 compared to 164, a gap of 4 points. This suggests applicants to George Washington University face a more competitive admissions pool.

George Washington University is located in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., while Northeastern University is in Boston, Massachusetts. 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, Northeastern University has lower tuition at $65,652 per year compared to $75,420. Combined with employment rates of 96.8% (GW) and 87.8% (NUSL), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.

Among cross-admitted applicants who enrolled, those choosing Northeastern University reported a higher median scholarship — $165,000 versus $120,000 over three years — though aid is one of several factors behind the enrollment decision.