
Founded in 1912, DePaul Law combines a mission rooted in service and social justice with a practical curriculum that leverages Chicago’s legal, business, and nonprofit communities.
Students benefit from small classes, accessible faculty, and extensive clinical, externship, and joint-degree opportunities, particularly in health law and IP.
DePaul Law graduates primarily practice in Chicago and the Midwest, entering roles in firms, hospitals and health systems, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
A median LSAT of 156 places DePaul Law among the most competitive law schools. Applicants below 151 should consider retaking the exam or emphasizing other strong application components.
DePaul University College of Law is moderately competitive with an acceptance rate of 55%. Applicants with scores near the median of 156 LSAT and 3.45 GPA have a strong chance of admission.
While there is no strict minimum, the 25th percentile LSAT score is 151. Applicants scoring below this number face significant challenges but may be considered if they have exceptionally strong soft factors or work experience.
Interview policies vary by year, but top-tier schools like DePaul Law often use interviews (by invitation) to evaluate candidates holistically. Check the specific requirements in the Admissions section above.
80% of graduates are employed 10 months after graduation. A significant portion (8%) go into BigLaw firms, while 3% secure federal clerkships.