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Lewis & Clark Law School

Lewis & Clark Law School

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10101 South Terwilliger Boulevard, Portland, OR 97219
Established 1915 • ABA Accredited

Overview

Lewis & Clark Law School offers a full J.D. curriculum anchored by leading environmental and animal law programs, along with strong offerings in business, tax, and public interest practice.

Academic Environment

Students learn in a wooded campus setting just outside downtown Portland, with clinics and centers that immerse them in environmental litigation, policy, and animal law advocacy.

Career Outcomes

Graduates pursue careers in environmental and natural resources law, animal law, business and commercial practice, and public interest work throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Areas of Study

Environmental and Natural Resources LawAnimal LawBusiness and Tax LawPublic Interest and Social JusticePacific Northwest Practice

Top Clinics

Earthrise Law Center and Environmental Litigation ClinicsAnimal Law Litigation and Policy ClinicsSmall Business, Tax, and Low-Income Legal Clinics

Journals

Environmental LawAnimal Law Review
At a Glance
Acceptance Rate63.29%
Median LSAT160
Median GPA3.58
Tuition$61,434
Bar Pass Rate78.61%
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Median Award

$26,000

% Receiving Aid

96%

Contact Admissions
(503) 768-6613
lawadm@lclark.edu
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Class Profile Analysis

LSAT Score Distribution

157
25th Percentile
160
Median
163
75th Percentile

A median LSAT of 160 places Lewis & Clark Law among the most competitive law schools. Applicants below 157 should consider retaking the exam or emphasizing other strong application components.

Undergraduate GPA Distribution

3.4
25th Percentile
3.58
Median
3.8
75th Percentile
Deadlines & Requirements
Application Deadline
March 15

Application Components

  • ✓
    Personal Statement
  • ✓
    CAS Report (LSAT & Transcripts)
  • ✓
    2-3 Letters of Recommendation
  • ✓
    Resume
  • ?
    Diversity Statement (Optional)
  • ?
    Interview (By Invitation)

Frequently Asked Questions about Lewis & Clark Law

Is it hard to get into Lewis & Clark Law School?

Lewis & Clark Law School is moderately competitive with an acceptance rate of 63.29%. Applicants with scores near the median of 160 LSAT and 3.58 GPA have a strong chance of admission.

What is the lowest LSAT accepted?

While there is no strict minimum, the 25th percentile LSAT score is 157. Applicants scoring below this number face significant challenges but may be considered if they have exceptionally strong soft factors or work experience.

Does Lewis & Clark Law require an interview?

Interview policies vary by year, but top-tier schools like Lewis & Clark Law often use interviews (by invitation) to evaluate candidates holistically. Check the specific requirements in the Admissions section above.

What is the employment rate for graduates?

89% of graduates are employed 10 months after graduation. A significant portion (8%) go into BigLaw firms, while 7% secure federal clerkships.