What are the T14 law schools?
The top 14 law schools, commonly called the T14, are the fourteen programs that have historically held the top tier of the US News and World Report law school rankings.
| School | Acceptance rate |
|---|---|
| Stanford University Law School | 6.88% |
| Yale University Law School | 5.62% |
| University of Chicago Law School | 14.24% |
| University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School | 9.74% |
| University of Virginia School of Law | 12.88% |
| Harvard University Law School | 10% |
| Duke University School of Law | 10.74% |
| New York University School of Law | 15.65% |
| Columbia University Law School | 11.8% |
| Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law | 15.05% |
| University of Michigan Law School | 13.51% |
| Cornell University Law School | 17.44% |
| University of California Berkeley School of Law | 13.70% |
| Georgetown University Law Center | 17% |
Rankings and acceptance rates sourced from U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Law Schools rankings.
How Prepory helps you get into T14 law schools
Work one-on-one with a Prepory admissions coach who understands T14 admissions inside and out. You'll build a clear application plan that takes you from early school research through final submission, with a structured timeline and direction at every step.
Get a thorough review of your academic record, LSAT score, work experience, and extracurricular history. With your coach, you'll identify what makes your profile competitive, where gaps exist, and how to position your strengths in a way that resonates with T14 admissions committees.
Not every T14 school is the right fit for every applicant. Working with your Prepory coach, you'll evaluate each program based on your GPA, LSAT, professional background, and career goals to build a balanced list across reach, target, and likely options within and beyond the T14.
Understand exactly how your LSAT positions you at each school on your list. You'll get clear guidance on whether to retake, how to address score gaps in your application narrative, and how testing fits into your overall strategy. Most T14 programs consider the highest LSAT score, though policies vary.
Your personal statement is the part of your application that no one else can replicate. Prepory's coaches and Writing Specialists work with you through every stage: topic selection, structure, voice, and revision, with no cap on feedback rounds. The same level of support applies to every supplemental essay in your application.
Law school resumes follow different conventions than professional ones. We'll help you structure and present your academic achievements, work experience, leadership roles, and community involvement in the format T14 admissions committees expect.
Identifying the right recommenders, academic or professional, is one of the most overlooked parts of a strong application. You'll get a clear strategy for who to ask and how to approach the request in a way that produces a strong, specific letter that reinforces your most important qualities as a candidate.
A small number of T14 schools conduct applicant interviews. Targeted practice and detailed feedback will make sure you're ready to speak to your candidacy with confidence if an invitation comes.
When acceptance letters arrive, the decision doesn't have to be overwhelming. You'll compare programs side by side, weighing employment outcomes, bar passage rates, scholarship offers, clinical programs, and geographic placement strength to choose the school that best supports your goals.
Write a law school personal statement that stands out
T14 admissions committees read thousands of applications from candidates with strong LSAT scores and impressive resumes. The ones that rise to the top are from applicants who can speak genuinely to who they are, what led them to law, and what they want to do with it.
Through our law school admissions counseling program, you can submit an unlimited number of written application materials to our team of Writing Specialists. Our specialists will provide you with objective professional critiques to help you take your writing to the next level.
See how we’ve helped students get into their dream master’s programs
"I just wanted to inform you how amazing working with Chris was. Not only did I get into all the programs I applied to due to his strategy and essay expertise, but he was also a joy to work with. Obviously the masters application process can be grueling and tedious, but I genuinely enjoyed all the sessions I had working with Chris and I could feel a genuine passion for writing and helping students like myself, something I had not felt from previous college counseling companies I had worked with. In addition, the essay work we did together was very helpful and I saw huge improvements in my essays from when we first started to where we ended, which definitely played massive roles in my acceptances and scholarships earned. I can not thank/recommend Chris enough!"
OUR STUDENTS HAVE BEEN ADMITTED TO TOP SCHOOLS
FAQs for T14 law school applicants
The T14 law schools are the fourteen programs that have historically ranked in the top tier of US News law school rankings: Yale University Law School, Harvard University Law School, Stanford University Law School, University of Chicago Law School, Columbia University Law School, New York University School of Law, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, University of Virginia School of Law, Duke University School of Law, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Cornell University Law School, Georgetown University Law Center, University of Michigan Law School, and University of California Berkeley School of Law.
Getting into a T14 law school requires a strong GPA, a competitive LSAT score, and a compelling application narrative that gives admissions committees a clear picture of who you are and why you want to study law. Most successful T14 applicants score at or above the school's median LSAT and GPA. Beyond numbers, committees look for strong letters of recommendation and a personal statement that communicates something specific and honest about your background. A well-researched school list and a cohesive application strategy significantly improve your chances.
T14 law school median GPAs range from 3.93 at Georgetown to 3.96 at Yale, and median LSAT scores range from 171 at Georgetown to 174 at Yale, Harvard, and Stanford. Scoring at or above a school's medians puts you in a stronger position, but being below median on one metric can sometimes be offset by strength in the other. Most T14 programs consider the highest LSAT score a candidate has submitted.
Most law school personal statements should be two pages, double-spaced, which works out to roughly 500 to 700 words. Some schools specify a page or word limit, and you should always follow those instructions when provided.
A strong law school personal statement identifies a specific experience that connects your background to a concrete reason for pursuing law, not a resume in paragraph form or a generic statement about wanting to help people. The most effective personal statements are specific, honest, and reveal something about how you think and what drives you. Starting with an outline of your key experiences and identifying the thread that connects them to your legal goals is a practical first step.
Most T14 law school applicants should aim to submit applications in September or October, as soon as schools open their cycles. T14 programs use rolling admissions, which means earlier applications are reviewed when more seats are available. Applicants who submit in the first few weeks of a cycle consistently report stronger outcomes than those who wait until winter or spring.
A law school addendum is a short supplemental statement that addresses a specific weakness or inconsistency in your application, most commonly a low GPA, a prior disciplinary or criminal record, or a significant gap in your timeline. Not every applicant needs one, but when something in your record requires explanation, a well-written addendum gives you control over the narrative.
Ready to secure your spot in a T14 law school?
Our graduate admissions counselors are here to help you craft a standout application to your dream T14 law school program. Book your initial consultation to get started.
