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AccessLex Institute's Commitment to Diversity in Legal Education

AccessLex Institute has marked a significant milestone by celebrating five impactful years of its LexScholars programs. These initiatives, including LexPreLaw, LexPostBacc, and LexPostBacc Direct, seek to uplift underrepresented individuals aspiring to enter the legal field. Over the past five years, the programs have provided essential resources, support, and guidance to more than 1,200 prospective law students, illustrating a commitment to diversifying the legal profession.

Empowering Aspiring Law Students

The LexScholars programs were designed to assist talented individuals who, due to various systemic barriers, find it challenging to gain admission to law schools. The three distinct programs each serve a unique purpose in this journey:

• - LexPreLaw: Designed for students in the initial stages of the law school admission process, LexPreLaw offers counseling, LSAT preparation, and financial aid. Notably, 45% of participants who applied to law school in the 2022-23 cycle received acceptance offers, significantly higher than the 10% acceptance rate for applicants with similar credentials nationally.

• - LexPostBacc: This program targets students looking to bridge the gap between undergraduate studies and law school through an intensive 10-month preparatory curriculum. Participants typically receive scholarships and stipends upon successful completion, increasing their chances of success in law school. Impressively, 94% of LexPostBacc Scholars from the 2023-24 cohort who met all benchmarks achieved good academic standing after their first year.

• - LexPostBacc Direct: Launched in 2025, this initiative allows students to access the LexPostBacc curriculum without needing a referral from a law school. The inaugural cohort of 62 scholars aims to enhance their qualifications and readiness for law school without the usual obstacles.

The Impact on Legal Education

Aaron N. Taylor, Senior Vice President and Executive Director of the AccessLex Center for Legal Education Excellence, emphasized the importance of these programs, stating that they help broaden opportunities for future law students. They specifically target individuals whose potential has previously gone unrecognized. The success of the participants not only validates the programs' efficacy but also contributes positively to the broader legal field and society.

AccessLex Institute remains steadfast in its mission to increase access to legal education and representation for future lawyers. Through their dedicated initiatives, the organization aims to reshape the landscape of legal education, ensuring it is inclusive and representative of diverse communities.

For more information on LexScholars programs and how AccessLex is transforming access to legal education, visit AccessLex.org.