This page compares University of California—Irvine and George Washington University across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 20 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 20 applicants admitted to both schools, 75% chose to attend University of California—Irvine. 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 #34 — a gap of 8 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

University of California—Irvine is significantly more selective, with an acceptance rate of 14.9% compared to George Washington University's 27.2%.

University of California—Irvine is located in Irvine, California, while George Washington University is in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C.. 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 California—Irvine has lower tuition at $59,080 per year compared to $75,420. Combined with employment rates of 93.5% (UCI) and 96.8% (GW), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.