Inter American Law School
General Info
The Inter American University of Puerto Rico ?or Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico (UIPR) in Spanish, and often referred as Inter? is a private university system in Puerto Rico. It was founded in 1912 in San German, Puerto Rico. It is composed of 9 campuses and two specialized schools. It is the largest private institution on the island and in all of the Caribbean, and in 1944 it became the first institution outside the continental United States to be accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.derecho.inter.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) admisiones@juris.inter.edu
- (Location) San Juan, PR
Inter American Law School Admissions
Inter American Law School is considered a Somewhat Competitive law school, which accepts only 66% of its applicants. Comparatively, Interamerican is Lower than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 582 | 379 (65.12%) | 208 (35.7%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 2.96 | 3.21 | 3.47 |
| LSAT | 135 | 138 | 141 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $15,413 | $15,413 |
| Part Time | $12,018 | $12,018 |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: N/A
- Living off-campus: $19,767
- Living at home: $16,747
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: N/A
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: 11/30
- Application Fee: $63
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Inter American Law School Community
Inter American Law School is considered to have a Somewhat Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Interamerican is Above Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 22
- Part Time: 48
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 22
- # Minority Faculty: 72
Ratio
35.0 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: No
- Graduate Housing: No
- Law Specific Housing: No
Inter American Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. Inter American Law School 1L section size is 17% larger than law schools in Puerto Rico and 10% larger than all PRIVATE law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 516
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 178
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 129
- Law Journals: 72
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 6.9%
- Second Year: 4.7%
- Third Year: 1.6%
- Fourth Year: 0.7%
Inter American Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Inter American Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 73% with 0% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 132.5%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 38.0%
- Business: 31.0%
- Government: 21.0%
- Public Interest: 4.0%
- Academia: 3.0%
- Puerto Rico: 94%
- New York: 1%
- Texas: 1%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 132.5%
- First Time Takers: 151
- Average School: 43.5%
- Average State: 46.2%
- Pass Difference: -2.7%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Puerto Rico: 46.2%
- Passed: 87 of 200 (43.5%)
- State Average: 46.2%
- Difference: -2.7%