How many law schools are in Louisiana?

Louisiana has 4 ABA-accredited law schools, including Tulane University, Louisiana State University, Loyola University—New Orleans.

What LSAT score do I need for law schools in Louisiana?

LSAT medians at Louisiana law schools range from 147 to 161. The average across all schools is 155.

What is the average acceptance rate for Louisiana law schools?

The average acceptance rate for law schools in Louisiana is 47%. Rates range from highly selective to open-admission programs.

What is the bar passage rate for Louisiana law schools?

The average first-time bar passage rate for Louisiana law school graduates is 73%. Individual school rates vary based on selectivity and bar prep programs.

How much does law school cost in Louisiana?

Tuition at Louisiana law schools ranges from $0 to $55,024 per year. Total cost of attendance includes living expenses, which vary by city.

4 Law Schools in Louisiana

Compare 4 ABA-accredited law schools in Louisiana by rankings, LSAT/GPA medians, employment outcomes, and tuition.

Law Schools

Top 50 Ranked

Avg Acceptance

47%

Avg LSAT

155

Avg Employment

Avg Bar Passage

73%

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Top 75

Tulane University New Orleans

Tulane University Top 75

New Orleans, Louisiana

LSAT 161 GPA 3.67 40%

75+

Louisiana State University Baton Rouge

Louisiana State University 75+

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

LSAT 157 GPA 3.74 39%

Loyola University—New Orleans New Orleans

Loyola University—New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana

LSAT 154 GPA 3.47 51%

Southern University Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

LSAT 147 GPA 3.15 57%

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Law Schools in Louisiana: 2026 Overview

Louisiana has 4 ABA-accredited law schools with an average LSAT median of 155 (range: 147–161) , an average GPA median of 3.51, and an average acceptance rate of 47%.

The average first-time bar passage rate across Louisiana schools is 73%. Tuition ranges from $0 to $55,024 per year.

Data from ABA 509 disclosures and 136,000+ self-reported applicant outcomes (LSD.Law).

Law Schools in Nearby States

Alabama (3 schools) Arkansas (2 schools) Delaware (1 school) District of Columbia (6 schools) Florida (12 schools) Georgia (5 schools)