Georgetown University vs. Fordham University
Side by side: median LSAT, median GPA, estimated tuition, and selectivity rank for two of the most compared law schools. Medians from ABA Standard 509 disclosures via ILRG, Fall 2025 entering class.
| Measure | Georgetown University | Fordham University |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Washington, DC | New York, NY |
| Selectivity rank | #13 | #29 |
| Median LSAT | 171 | 168 |
| Median GPA | 3.93 | 3.79 |
| Est. annual tuition | $83,576 | $78,078 |
| Est. 3-year tuition | $250,728 | $234,234 |
Pros and cons, from the data
Georgetown University
Pros
- More selective (rank #13), which can mean stronger outcomes for graduates
Cons
- Higher sticker tuition than Fordham University
- Higher median LSAT (171 vs. 168) — harder to clear
- Higher median GPA (3.93 vs. 3.79)
Fordham University
Pros
- Lower sticker tuition than Georgetown University
- Lower median LSAT (168 vs. 171) — easier to be at or above
- Lower median GPA (3.79 vs. 3.93)
Cons
Pros and cons are computed from the medians and sticker prices above, not from reviews. Scholarships can erase a sticker-price gap.
How to choose between them
Start with your numbers. If your LSAT sits at or above 171, Georgetown University is a target for you; if it sits below, it is a reach. Do the same math against 168 for Fordham University. Then weigh the cost gap: about $16,494 over three years at sticker, before scholarships. A school whose median you clear is also a school more likely to offer you merit aid, which can erase a sticker-price gap. Visit if you can. Talk to recent graduates doing the work you want to do. The medians get you a short list; the visit and the aid letter make the decision.
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Last updated October 12, 2026