On August 28, 250 students crossed a threshold in more ways than one. They strode into Silverman Hall, and into a stiff challenge. But no doubt they are up to it. For the Class of 2011 enters with the most accomplished academic record in Penn Law history, with median LSATs of 170, a median 3.8 GPA and a dedication to excellence exemplified by Dorje Glassman, Dianna Myles, and Paul Fattaruso.

GEOGRAPHIC REPRESENTATION: 32 states, D.C. and 12 foreign countries including Canada, China, Hungary, Indonesia, Israel, Mexico, Rwanda, South Korea, Taiwan, Trinidad & Tobago, United Kingdom and Venezuela. CLASS AT A GLANCE: 51% women, 33% students of color, 10% advanced degree