LSAT GPA Calculator
LSAT & Law School GPA Information
LSAC GPA Calculation:
- A+ (4.33): Superior performance
- A (4.0): Excellent performance
- A- (3.67): Very good performance
- B+ (3.33): Good performance
- B (3.0): Satisfactory performance
- B- (2.67): Below satisfactory
- C+ (2.33): Poor performance
- C (2.0): Minimum passing
- F (0.0): Failing
Note: LSAC uses a 4.33 scale for A+ grades. This calculator helps you prepare for law school applications.
Law School Admission Tips
- Target GPA: Most top law schools prefer 3.7+ GPA
- LSAT Score: Equally important as GPA for admissions
- Trend Matters: Upward grade trends are viewed favorably
- Course Rigor: Challenging courses can offset lower GPA
- Personal Statement: Explain any GPA weaknesses
How to Use the LSAT GPA Calculator
This LSAT GPA calculator is designed to help law school applicants calculate their grade point average using the LSAC (Law School Admission Council) standards:
- Enter Course Information: Add your course name, letter grade, and credit hours for each class.
- Add Multiple Courses: Click "Add Another Course" to include all your undergraduate classes.
- Include Current GPA: If calculating cumulative GPA, enter your current GPA and total credits.
- Calculate: Click "Calculate GPA" to see your LSAT-ready GPA results.
Understanding LSAT GPA Requirements
Law schools use your undergraduate GPA as calculated by LSAC, which may differ from your school's calculation:
- All Grades Count: LSAC includes all undergraduate grades, even repeated courses
- 4.33 Scale: A+ grades receive 4.33 points (if your school awards A+)
- No Grade Forgiveness: Failed courses that were retaken still count in LSAC GPA
- Undergraduate Only: Only undergraduate coursework counts for LSAC GPA
Law School GPA Benchmarks
Top 14 Law Schools
- Median GPA: 3.8-3.9
- 25th Percentile: 3.7+
- Highly competitive
Regional Law Schools
- Median GPA: 3.3-3.7
- 25th Percentile: 3.0+
- Good opportunities