Last fall, the School of Law created a new admissions pathway for prospective students who earn a bachelor’s degree from University System of Georgia institutions.
Students with qualifying academic credentials can apply for admission without taking the Law School Admission Test or Graduate Record Exam. Admitted students also automatically qualify for a $5,000 merit scholarship.
Through the USG Scholars program, qualifying students from across the University System of Georgia can now apply to the School of Law without taking the LSAT or GRE. Photo by Dennis McDaniel.
“The launch of the USG Scholars program truly reflects our school’s vision of matching excellence with access,” Dean Usha R. Rodrigues said. “USG institutions are dedicated to advancing the prosperity of all Georgians, our state and our nation through the power of education. As Georgia’s flagship law school, we are building on this dedication by removing barriers to access.”
To qualify for the USG Scholars program, students must possess a minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.50 and a score at or above the 85th percentile nationally on either the SAT or ACT at the time the test was administered. These requirements mirror those of our well established UGA Scholars program.
The fall 2026 admissions cycle was the first opportunity for students to apply through the USG Scholars program.
Assistant Dean for Admissions & Strategic Initiatives Xavier R. Brown (J.D.’17) said this new admissions pathway reflects the law school’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to a legal education for students across the state of Georgia. “This program offers an important opportunity for individuals who may lack access to LSAT or GRE preparation resources and helps address financial barriers commonly associated with applying to law school.”
The number of USG Scholars admitted to the School of Law each year will be limited. Due to the extremely competitive admissions process, acceptance is not guaranteed solely by meeting the program’s minimum eligibility requirements.
