This grid includes only applicants who earned 120–180 LSAT scores under standard administrations.

LSAT scores required




Apps = Number of Applicants

Adm = Number Admitted

Reflects 92% of the total applicant pool; highest LSAT data reported.


Way of Admission

SMU consider excellent, well-rounded students with strong academic backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives that will enrich its educational community.

Each application is considered in its entirety:

LSAT score, undergraduate performance, graduate studies, work experience, activities, personal statement, and letters of recommendation are all read and evaluated. Applications can be downloaded from the web.

Contact Details

SMU Dedman School of Law

Office of Admissions, PO Box 750110

Dallas, TX 75275-0110

Phone: 214.768.2550, 888.768.5291; Fax: 214.768.2549

E-mail: lawadmit@smu.edu