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New England Law | Boston

New England Law | Boston

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154 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116
Established 1908 • ABA Accredited

Overview

Founded in 1908, New England Law | Boston has a long history of expanding access to the legal profession. The school offers flexible full-time, part-time day, and evening programs that appeal to working professionals and non-traditional students.

Academic Environment

New England Law emphasizes practical training through clinics, externships, and skills courses, supported by a faculty with extensive practice experience. Students benefit from Boston’s dense legal market and access to courts, government agencies, and nonprofits.

Career Outcomes

Graduates typically begin their careers in Massachusetts and throughout New England in small and mid-sized firms, government offices, and public interest organizations. The school’s large alumni base in the Boston area provides networking and mentoring opportunities.

Areas of Study

Public Interest and Social JusticeFamily LawBusiness and Compliance

Top Clinics

Center for Law and Social Responsibility ClinicsPublic Interest Law ClinicFamily Law and Mediation Clinic

Journals

New England Law Review
At a Glance
Acceptance Rate76.27%
Median LSAT153
Median GPA3.31
Tuition$63,216
Bar Pass Rate74.46%
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Median Award

$8,000

% Receiving Aid

17%

Contact Admissions
(617) 451-0010
admissions@nesl.edu
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Class Profile Analysis

LSAT Score Distribution

149
25th Percentile
153
Median
157
75th Percentile

A median LSAT of 153 places New England Law among the most competitive law schools. Applicants below 149 should consider retaking the exam or emphasizing other strong application components.

Undergraduate GPA Distribution

3.02
25th Percentile
3.31
Median
3.54
75th Percentile
Deadlines & Requirements
Application Deadline
August 1

Application Components

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

Frequently Asked Questions about New England Law

Is it hard to get into New England Law | Boston?

New England Law | Boston is moderately competitive with an acceptance rate of 76.27%. Applicants with scores near the median of 153 LSAT and 3.31 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 149. Applicants scoring below this number face significant challenges but may be considered if they have exceptionally strong soft factors or work experience.

Does New England Law require an interview?

Interview policies vary by year, but top-tier schools like New England 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?

80% of graduates are employed 10 months after graduation. A significant portion (5%) go into BigLaw firms, while 5% secure federal clerkships.