As the title suggests: to how many schools do you all intend to apply? All the application fee and LSAC credential fees add up! At what point does one just assume they will obtain entry into one of their preferred schools and stop applying to lower tier options?

The number of law school applications that is considered "too many" depends on your individual circumstances. However, most experts recommend applying to between 10 and 15 schools. This will give you a good chance of getting into at least one school, while also not being so many that you overwhelm yourself with the application process.



Here are some factors to consider when deciding how many law schools to apply to:



Your LSAT score and GPA: If you have a high LSAT score and GPA, you can afford to be more selective with the schools you apply to. However, if your scores are lower, you may need to apply to a wider range of schools to increase your chances of getting in.

Your geographic preferences: If you have a strong geographic preference, you may want to focus on applying to schools in your desired area. However, if you are flexible about location, you can cast a wider net and apply to schools all over the country.

Your financial aid needs: If you need financial aid, you will need to factor in the cost of application fees and LSAC credential fees. Applying to more schools will increase your costs, so you will need to decide if the potential benefits of applying to more schools outweigh the additional costs.

Ultimately, the best way to decide how many law schools to apply to is to talk to a pre-law advisor or admissions consultant. They can help you assess your individual situation and make a recommendation based on your specific needs and goals.



Here is a general guideline for how many law schools to apply to based on your LSAT score and GPA:

LSAT Score GPA Number of Schools to Apply to

170+ 3.5+ 5-10

160-169 3.5+ 10-15

150-159 3.5+ 15-20

150-159 3.0-3.4 20-25

140-149 3.0-3.4 25-30

[Edited by larry04 on Nov 29, 2023]

I would only apply to schools you would possibly attend, if given an acceptance. I don’t see the point to apply to 20 schools you have no interest in. I’d apply to no more than 5.

The number of law school applications that is considered "too many" depends on your individual circumstances. However, most experts recommend applying to between 10 and 15 schools. This will give you a good chance of getting into at least one school, while also not being so many that you overwhelm yourself with the application process.



Here are some factors to consider when deciding how many law schools to apply to:



Your LSAT score and GPA: If you have a high LSAT score and GPA, you can afford to be more selective with the schools you apply to. However, if your scores are lower, you may need to apply to a wider range of schools to increase your chances of getting in.

Your geographic preferences: If you have a strong geographic preference, you may want to focus on applying to schools in your desired area. However, if you are flexible about location, you can cast a wider net and apply to schools all over the country.

Your financial aid needs: If you need financial aid, you will need to factor in the cost of application fees and LSAC credential fees. Applying to more schools will increase your costs, so you will need to decide if the potential benefits of applying to more schools outweigh the additional costs.

Ultimately, the best way to decide how many law schools to apply to is to talk to a pre-law advisor or admissions consultant. They can help you assess your individual situation and make a recommendation based on your specific needs and goals.



Here is a general guideline for how many law schools to apply to based on your LSAT score and GPA:

LSAT Score GPA Number of Schools to Apply to

170+ 3.5+ 5-10

160-169 3.5+ 10-15

150-159 3.5+ 15-20

150-159 3.0-3.4 20-25

140-149 3.0-3.4 25-30