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Side-by-side comparison of admissions, costs, and outcomes
Cross-Admit Decision Data
Of 10 applicants admitted to both schools:
Based on 10 self-reported cross-admit decisions from the last 5 cycles
LSU is 75+ · Texas Tech is 75+ in the LSD rankings
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About this comparison
This page compares Louisiana State University and Texas Tech University across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes using official ABA 509 disclosures.
Both schools are closely ranked in U.S. News: #85 and #85, separated by just 0 positions, making cross-admit data especially useful for deciding between them.
Texas Tech University is significantly more selective, with an acceptance rate of 25.6% compared to Louisiana State University's 38.5%.
Louisiana State University is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, while Texas Tech University is in Lubbock, Texas. Regional placement matters: graduates tend to find employment near their law school, so location should factor into your decision alongside rankings and cost.
Among cross-admitted applicants, Louisiana State University offered a median scholarship of $75,000 compared to $31,500, a difference of $43,500 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 | LSU | Texas Tech |
|---|---|---|
| USN Rank | #85 | #85 |
| LSD Rank | 75+ (0.003) ▲ | 75+ (0.002) |
| LSAT 25th | 155 | 157 ▲ |
| LSAT Median | 157 | 159 ▲ |
| LSAT 75th | 160 | 160 |
| GPA Median | 3.74 ▲ | 3.69 |
| Acceptance Rate | 38.5% | 25.6% ▲ |
| Class Size | 230 | 168 |
| Yield Rate | 47.6% ▲ | 32.6% |
Financial Comparison
2025 ABA 509Tuition, scholarships, and debt burden at each school.
| Metric | LSU | Texas Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (In-State) | $19,750 ▲ | $22,590 |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $19,750 ▲ | $33,840 |
| Median Grant | $19,750 ▲ | $12,000 |
| % Receiving Grants | 78.0% | 88.0% ▲ |
| Avg. Debt at Graduation | - | - |
Employment Outcomes
2024 ABA 509Post-graduation employment placement, salaries, and bar passage.
| Metric | LSU | Texas Tech |
|---|---|---|
| BigLaw (501+) | 1.9% | 8.3% ▲ |
| Judicial Clerkships | 10.0% ▲ | 1.4% |
| Median Salary (Private) | $88,000 ▲ | $82,424 |
| Employment Rate | 87.6% | 90.3% ▲ |
| Bar Pass Rate | 84.9% | 86.3% ▲ |
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