Law schools in New Jersey

New Jersey has 2 ABA law schools, sorted below by median LSAT, highest first. Medians from ABA Standard 509 disclosures via ILRG, Fall 2025 entering class. Tuition figures are 2025-2026 sticker-price estimates.

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ABA law schools in New Jersey. In-state rates shown where a public school charges residents less.
SchoolCityMedian LSATMedian GPAEst. annual tuition
Seton Hall University Newark 161 3.71 $69,660
Rutgers Law School (SUNJ) Camden 158 3.66 $47,863 nonresident / $31,577 in-state

Applying in New Jersey

If you live in New Jersey, check the public schools first: in-state tuition can cut the sticker price sharply, and some states let you establish residency after your first year. Compare each school's median LSAT to your score as a rough rule of thumb: at the median you are competitive, a few points below you are reaching, a few points above you are strong. Each school's page has the full breakdown.

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Last updated October 12, 2026