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- 19 Dec 2025
JD-Next and ABA 509 Reports - 2025 Law School Admissions Data
Read about how the ABA 509 reports provide information on what schools are admitting students using JD-Next.
Law school admissions and the tests used to show proficiency are evolving. One of the most common questions our students have is how often JD-Next is used for admissions, and the 2025 ABA 509 data shows substantial indications of its increasing popularity and usage.
Data from the ABA 509 reports can provide insight into how JD-Next fits into the broader admissions landscape. This insight can provide guidance for applicants exploring options beyond the traditional route of only taking the LSAT.
How are law schools using JD-Next in 2025
In the 2025–2026 cycle, JD-Next adoption surged: 30 law schools admitted students using JD-Next scores, marking a 275% increase in the number of schools admitting JD-Next students in just one year. Of the 30 schools admitting JD-Next students, 26 admitted students with only a JD-Next score. Not only that, but JD-Next students admitted increased by 400% since 2024.
Acceptance Trends
Your JD-Next score can significantly influence your prospects:
|
Percentage of applicants who were admitted (per score range) |
Score range of applicants |
|
2% |
< 700 |
|
7% |
700-745 |
|
40% |
750-795 |
|
68% |
>800 |
Half of JD-Next students admitted had scores between 750 and 820, and for 69% of those admitted, JD-Next was the only admissions test submitted.
Schools Embracing JD-Next
Examples of ranked ABA schools that accepted applications with only JD-Next
- Arizona State University
- Vanderbilt University
- University of Cincinnati
- George Washington University (Washington, DC)
- and many more.
Four ABA-accredited law schools that accepted applications with a combination of JD-Next and LSAT or GRE were:
- Washington University (St. Louis)
- University of Toledo
- University of Illinois
- University of Little Rock-Arkansas
Connecting JD-Next with 509 Reports
Further information can be found in ABA 509 reports. An example of an ABA 509 report is here: University of Dayton 509 report. These 509 reports include law school admissions information about students:
- Enrollment trends and diversity statistics.
- Bar passage rates and employment outcomes.
- Tuition and scholarship details.
Combining JD-Next acceptance trends with 509 data reports helps applicants make informed decisions about where to apply and what to expect.
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