This page compares University of North Carolina and George Washington University across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 52 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 52 applicants admitted to both schools, 87% chose to attend University of North Carolina. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

In the U.S. News rankings, University of North Carolina is ranked #18 compared to #26 — a gap of 8 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

University of North Carolina is significantly more selective, with an acceptance rate of 11.2% compared to George Washington University's 27.2%.

University of North Carolina is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 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 North Carolina has lower tuition at $28,082 per year compared to $75,420. Combined with employment rates of 97.3% (UNC) and 96.8% (GW), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.

Among cross-admitted applicants who enrolled, those choosing George Washington University reported a higher median scholarship — $120,000 versus $51,000 over three years — though aid is one of several factors behind the enrollment decision.