Minnesota Law Welcomes One of the Most Diverse, Academically Accomplished J.D. Classes in Its History
Minnesota Law welcomed 231 first-year J.D. students from nearly 140 undergraduate institutions in 38 states, the District of Columbia, and six different countries. It is one of the most diverse and academically accomplished classes in the Law School’s nearly 135-year history.
Key statistics of Minnesota Law’s class of 2024 include:
- 52% women (the fifth consecutive year women have made up the majority of the incoming class)
- 26% LGBTQ+
- 25% students of color
- 16% first-generation college grads
The Class of 2024 boasts outstanding academic credentials, with a middle 50-percent range of 3.53-3.89 for undergraduate GPA and a middle 50-percent range of 161-167 on the LSAT. Seven percent of incoming 1Ls have already earned a graduate degree in another field.
In addition to impressive academic accomplishments, students bring a wide array of life experiences, skills, and perspectives. Included in the class are: Fulbright scholars, a congressional staffer, a former truck driver, a litigation paralegal, a rapper/musician, an actor, and a competitive Irish step dancer, just to name a few.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome such an accomplished and diverse group of students to Mondale Hall,” said Garry W. Jenkins, dean and William S. Pattee Professor of Law. “This group of future lawyer-leaders is a proud addition to the Minnesota Law community and will undoubtedly make a substantial impact in Law School and the world. I cannot wait to see what they achieve and how they will continue to expand our mission of justice and service!”
