This page compares University of Georgia and University of Alabama across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 22 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 22 applicants admitted to both schools, 64% chose to attend University of Georgia. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

In the U.S. News rankings, University of Georgia is ranked #26 compared to #40 — a gap of 14 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

University of Georgia is significantly more selective, with an acceptance rate of 12.7% compared to University of Alabama's 25.6%.

University of Georgia is located in Athens, Georgia, while University of Alabama is in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. 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 Georgia has lower tuition at $18,044 per year compared to $24,980. Combined with employment rates of 95.3% (UGA) and 98.6% ('Bama), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.

Among cross-admitted applicants who enrolled, those choosing University of Alabama reported a higher median scholarship — $109,500 versus $75,000 over three years — though aid is one of several factors behind the enrollment decision.