
The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University has built a national reputation for environmental law while maintaining a broad curriculum in litigation, criminal justice, and public interest practice.
Students gain skills through environmental litigation and policy clinics, criminal justice programs, and externships with courts, agencies, and nonprofits in Westchester and New York City.
Graduates practice in environmental and land use law, litigation, prosecution and defense, and government and nonprofit roles throughout the New York metropolitan area and beyond.
A median LSAT of 156 places Pace Law among the most competitive law schools. Applicants below 152 should consider retaking the exam or emphasizing other strong application components.
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University is moderately competitive with an acceptance rate of 52.42%. Applicants with scores near the median of 156 LSAT and 3.6 GPA have a strong chance of admission.
While there is no strict minimum, the 25th percentile LSAT score is 152. 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 Pace Law often use interviews (by invitation) to evaluate candidates holistically. Check the specific requirements in the Admissions section above.
86% of graduates are employed 10 months after graduation. A significant portion (7%) go into BigLaw firms, while 7% secure federal clerkships.