Many law schools accept both the LSAT and GRE, but the LSAT remains the dominant test for law school admissions and is easier to compare across applicants.
Why LSAT Is Still Common
The LSAT was built for law school admissions and is deeply embedded in admissions data and medians.
When GRE May Make Sense
The GRE may make sense for dual-degree applicants, applicants already applying to graduate programs, or applicants whose GRE profile is much stronger.
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Official Test-Option Sources
Alternative-test strategy is school-specific. The LSAT remains the most standardized law-school admissions signal, while GRE and JD-Next policies vary by school and cycle. Before choosing an alternative path, confirm each target school’s current policy, whether an LSAT score is still preferred, and how the school reports or evaluates non-LSAT applicants.
Use these primary sources to verify the current test options before relying on any comparison chart.
Practical Next Step
Build a school by school spreadsheet before choosing a test path. Include whether each school accepts the LSAT, GRE, or JD-Next, whether the policy is current for your application cycle, and whether submitting an LSAT would give you a clearer scholarship or admissions signal.