How many law schools are in Virginia?

Virginia has 8 ABA-accredited law schools, including University of Virginia, William & Mary Law School, George Mason University.

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

LSAT medians at Virginia law schools range from 146 to 173. The average across all schools is 162.

What is the average acceptance rate for Virginia law schools?

The average acceptance rate for law schools in Virginia is 34%. Rates range from highly selective to open-admission programs.

What is the bar passage rate for Virginia law schools?

The average first-time bar passage rate for Virginia law school graduates is 84%. Individual school rates vary based on selectivity and bar prep programs.

How much does law school cost in Virginia?

Tuition at Virginia law schools ranges from $0 to $76,396 per year. Total cost of attendance includes living expenses, which vary by city.

8 Law Schools in Virginia

Compare 8 ABA-accredited law schools in Virginia by rankings, LSAT/GPA medians, employment outcomes, and tuition.

Law Schools

Top 50 Ranked

Avg Acceptance

34%

Avg LSAT

162

Avg Employment

Avg Bar Passage

84%

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University of Virginia Charlottesville

University of Virginia #7

Charlottesville, Virginia

LSAT 173 GPA 3.99 10%

#32

William & Mary Law School Williamsburg

William & Mary Law School #32

Williamsburg, Virginia

LSAT 166 GPA 3.82 22%

#38

George Mason University Fairfax

George Mason University #38

Fairfax, Virginia

LSAT 169 GPA 3.93 16%

#44

Washington and Lee University Lexington

Washington and Lee University #44

Lexington, Virginia

LSAT 167 GPA 3.75 23%

Top 75

University of Richmond Richmond

University of Richmond Top 75

Richmond, Virginia

LSAT 164 GPA 3.81 40%

Appalachian School of Law Grundy

Appalachian School of Law

Grundy, Virginia

LSAT 146 GPA 3.20 61%

Liberty University Lynchburg

LSAT 154 GPA 3.54 59%

Regent University Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach, Virginia

LSAT 158 GPA 3.68 44%

8 schools

Law Schools in Virginia: 2026 Overview

Virginia has 8 ABA-accredited law schools with an average LSAT median of 162 (range: 146–173) , an average GPA median of 3.71, and an average acceptance rate of 34%. 4 schools are ranked in the US News top 50.

The average first-time bar passage rate across Virginia schools is 84%. Tuition ranges from $0 to $76,396 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)