Which GPA is reflected in the admissions process?

[Odonsky]

I have GPA X.Xx from a degree-granting institution (received a B.S.) and have since enrolled in a separate B.S. program at a different institution, but will not have completed my degree by the time I take the LSAT & apply to law school.

Will the GPA from my current studies be reflected in the admission process?

[Nikki Siclunov]

Hi Odonsky,

The short answer is: not really. Every grade you received in completion of your first Bachelor’s degree will count towards your GPA. This includes classes you took in high school that counted as college credits. Whether you subsequently took additional community college classes, enrolled in a second Bachelor's program, a Master's program, a PhD, etc. doesn't matter: those grades will be excluded from conversion by LSAC and will not be factored into your UGPA.

However, schools will be able to see all the grades you received throughout your academic career, as you are required to forward any transcripts obtained from degree-granting institutions to the LSAC. It would be a definite plus if you are excelling at the program you're currently enrolled in; however, that won't affect your UGPA.

Hope this helps, please let me know if it does.

Thanks!

[Odonsky]

Excellent answer!

That is exactly what I needed to know.