Stanford University vs University of Texas at Austin

This page compares Stanford University and University of Texas at Austin across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 24 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 24 applicants admitted to both schools, 100% chose to attend Stanford University. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

In the U.S. News rankings, Stanford University is ranked #1 compared to #14 — a gap of 13 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

Stanford University is significantly more selective, with an acceptance rate of 6.1% compared to University of Texas at Austin's 14.0%.

Stanford University is located in Stanford, California, while University of Texas at Austin is in Austin, 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, Stanford University offered a median scholarship of $195,000 compared to $93,240, a difference of $101,760 that may factor into enrollment decisions.