University of Mississippi Law School
General Info
The University of Mississippi School of Law, established in 1854, is the fourth-oldest state law school in the country. Throughout its history, the School of Law has served as a training ground for leaders of the state, the bar and the nation. During the 20th century alone, the law school produced from its graduates 10 of the state?s 25 governors, nearly a third of the state?s lieutenant governors, half the justices on the Mississippi Supreme Court and nearly two-thirds of the presidents of the Mississippi Bar.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.law.olemiss.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) lawadmissions@olemiss.edu
- (Location) University, MS
Old Miss Law School Admissions
Old Miss Law School is considered a Competitive law school, which accepts only 49% of its applicants. Comparatively, Mississippi is Lower than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 736 | 354 (48.10%) | 145 (19.7%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 3.04 | 3.41 | 3.65 |
| LSAT | 151 | 155 | 157 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $15,036 | $32,374 |
| Part Time | N/A | N/A |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $17,698
- Living off-campus: $17,698
- Living at home: $17,698
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: N/A
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: 07/08
- Application Fee: $40
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Old Miss Law School COMPARISON TOOL
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Old Miss Law School Community
Old Miss Law School is considered to have a Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Mississippi is Below Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 32
- Part Time: 16
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 27
- # Minority Faculty: 5
Ratio
11.8 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: Yes
- Graduate Housing: Yes
- Law Specific Housing: No
Old Miss Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. Old Miss Law School 1L section size is 2% larger than law schools in Mississippi and 20% smaller than all PUBLIC law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 668
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 124
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 96
- Law Journals: 88
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 11.0%
- Second Year: 0.0%
- Third Year: 0.0%
- Fourth Year: 0.0%
Old Miss Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Old Miss Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 83% with 4% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 89.2%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 57.0%
- Business: 13.0%
- Government: 15.0%
- Public Interest: 5.0%
- Academia: 2.0%
- Mississippi: 53%
- Alabama: 9%
- Tennessee: 6%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 89.2%
- First Time Takers: 167
- Average School: 85.2%
- Average State: 86.2%
- Pass Difference: -1.0%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Mississippi: 86.7%
- Passed: 98 of 117 (83.8%)
- State Average: 86.2%
- Difference: -2.9%