{"id":693,"date":"2016-08-02T11:23:25","date_gmt":"2016-08-02T18:23:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/lsat\/?p=693"},"modified":"2021-04-05T00:00:38","modified_gmt":"2021-04-05T07:00:38","slug":"harvard-lsat-scores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/lsat\/harvard-lsat-scores\/","title":{"rendered":"Harvard LSAT Scores and Your Chances of Getting In"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Harvard<\/p>\n

Harvard, as one of the top 14 law schools<\/a> in the country, has one of the best LSAT medians to match: 173<\/strong>. The 75th percentile for Harvard LSAT scores is 175, and the 25th percentile is 170.<\/p>\n

What do these numbers tell you? They tell you that focusing on the LSAT is absolutely crucial for a realistic shot at Harvard Law School<\/a><\/strong>. While it’s true that they now accept the GRE for law school admissions<\/a>, the LSAT is still king.<\/p>\n

Let’s take a look at some common questions students have about Harvard and the LSAT, and how you can improve your chances for admission.<\/p>\n

Is a (near) perfect LSAT score necessary for Harvard?<\/h2>\n

While a high LSAT at or above median can definitely help your chances of admission, a great LSAT score is not an absolute necessity<\/strong>. Every year, Harvard admits students whose LSAT scores might be on the lower end\u2014but these students typically bring outstanding strengths in other areas.<\/p>\n

If your LSAT doesn\u2019t measure up to the median of Harvard LSAT scores, think about what other parts of your application you should emphasize to make up for it. Not every Harvard student earned a 180 on her LSAT.<\/strong> Consider what else you\u2019d contribute to their class.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that Harvard does not practice cutoffs<\/strong>. No score is \u201ctoo low\u201d to apply to Harvard, so don\u2019t count yourself as ineligible based on your LSAT score alone. Even so, getting your score to the 170s is one of the best things you can do for yourself if you\u2019re applying to Harvard.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re currently having trouble raising your score from the 160s range to the 170s range, try taking a course (like Magoosh\u2019s online LSAT prep<\/a>) and learn about different strategies<\/a> for each section of the LSAT. And let us know in the comments how we can help!<\/p>\n

Does a (near) perfect LSAT score guarantee me admission?<\/h2>\n

So many qualified students apply to Harvard every year (7,505 in the last cycle) that Harvard could fill its entire class with only the best LSAT scores. A top LSAT score gives your application a boost, but it\u2019s by no means a guarantee of admission<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

What is the official view on Harvard LSAT scores?<\/h2>\n

Harvard states that the admissions committee takes many factors into account when judging an applicant\u2019s file. Harvard acknowledges that neither the LSAT nor GPA can fully summarize a student\u2019s strengths. Thus, the law school practices a holistic admissions review<\/strong>. Your LSAT, while important, is not a completely accurate predictor of admission.<\/p>\n

What are some other admissions statistics I should know?<\/h2>\n

Check out Harvard\u2019s class profile for the class of 2023 below.<\/p>\n