What is the cut off score for the LSAT and GPA?
Each year the admissions committee sets goals for the future entering class. For the Entering Class of 2010, the LSAT 25th percentile goal is 149 and 3.0 GPA. The more competitive candidates will submit an averaged LSAT score that meets the 25th percentile goal or higher. Those who do not meet these goals are generally delayed or denied. Certainly the committee considers the entire file including the LSAT writing sample, background and experience as shown on a resume, the letters of recommendation, and the personal statement. A weaker LSAT and/or GPA cannot be compensated for by submitting fantastic recommendation letters, a well-argued LSAT writing sample, or an exemplary personal statement. Sometimes a stronger LSAT score can help minimize the impact of a very weak GPA and vice versa but that depends on how weak and how strong the respective scores are. The more competitive applicants will demonstrate strength in every area of consideration.
