Gonzaga University & Gonzaga Law Pathways

The applicant’s LSAT score must exceed or be equal to the median LSAT score of the preceding year’s entering law class at Gonzaga Law; and the applicant’s Undergraduate GPA must exceed or be equal to the median UGPA of the preceding year’s entering law class at Gonzaga Law. 

Graduates will apply for admission through the standard application process. All applicants will be subject to a holistic review process that includes consideration of the applicant’s character and fitness to eventually be licensed to practice law. Gonzaga Law reserves the right to deny admission to applicants who otherwise meet or exceed the LSAT and UGPA medians if, in its sole discretion, the applicant is not otherwise prepared or eligible for admission. 

Applicants that meet the pathway criteria will receive an expedited review for admission and scholarship consideration. 

The applicant’s LSAT score must exceed or be equal to the median LSAT score of the preceding year’s entering law class at Gonzaga Law; and the applicant’s Undergraduate GPA must exceed or be equal to the median UGPA of the preceding year’s entering law class at Gonzaga Law. 

Graduates will apply for admission through the standard application process. All applicants will be subject to a holistic review process that includes consideration of the applicant’s character and fitness to eventually be licensed to practice law. Gonzaga Law reserves the right to deny admission to applicants who otherwise meet or exceed the LSAT and UGPA medians if, in its sole discretion, the applicant is not otherwise prepared or eligible for admission. 

Applicants that meet the pathway criteria will receive an expedited review for admission and scholarship consideration. 

Gonzaga CAS students seeking admission to Gonzaga Law through the 3+3 pathway must meet the following criteria:

1. Successful completion of at least 92 undergraduate credits, including all College of Arts and Sciences undergraduate degree requirements for any major, minor, and concentration pursued by the student as well as all university core requirements.
2. Receive written approval from the appropriate CAS official indicating that the applicant will meet all graduation requirements for early entry to Gonzaga Law prior to enrolling in law school.
3. Be accepted to Gonzaga Law through the following admission process.

Students must apply for admission to Gonzaga Law’s full-time, regular J.D. program. We must receive all required application materials no later than March 15 of the calendar year in which you hope to matriculate (see full timeline and required materials below). Applicants exceeding the previous year's GPA & LSAT medians are given priority consideration for admission to Gonzaga Law, subject to our holistic review process and consideration of the applicant's character and fitness to eventually be licensed to practice law.

June - July prior to start of junior year:

• Assess the academic performance to date to ensure that all Arts & Sciences requirements are on track;
• Prepare for the LSAT

October - December of junior year:

• Consult with faculty advisor to plan course selection for spring semester of junior year to ensure that all requirements for the baccalaureate degree, other than courses to be taken in the first year of law school, will be fulfilled;
• Take October or November administration of the LSAT

November - January of junior year:

• Receive LSAT score and determine eligibility to apply for 3+3 pathway
• Submit transcripts, including fall semester junior year grades, to CAS
• Submit application materials to Gonzaga University Law, including:
  • Application form
  • CAS report (includes undergraduate transcript and LSAT scores)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Personal statement
  • Letter of eligibility for 3+ 3 program from faculty advisor

January - March of junior year:

• Re-take the January or February LSAT, if necessary.