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Case Western

In order to be licensed to practice law, you will need to sit for a state bar examination. The bar examination application questions vary from state to state but generally will require you to disclose whether you have been subject to any criminal or disciplinary proceedings. When answering these questions, please keep in mind that any discrepancy between your responses on your application for law school admission and your application for admission to the bar may be an impediment to your admission to the bar in many states.

If your answer is "yes" to any of the Character and Fitness questions, you must supplement your response with a full explanation of the circumstances, including dates. Use a separate sheet or electronic attachment and clearly identify the number of the question. All matters must be reported, even if they were dismissed, expunged, or sealed under the laws of any state.

1. Have you ever been the subject of a hearing pursuant to the Law School Admission Council's Rules Governing Misconduct and Irregularities in the Admission Process?

As an adult or juvenile, have you ever been cited for, charged with, subject to a penalty for, or convicted of a crime? A crime includes a misdemeanor, felony, or traffic offense involving drugs or alcohol. Note: Include matters that have been expunged or subject to a diversion program.
Have you been charged with any moving traffic violations that were not alcohol- or drug-related during the past ten years? Note: Include matters that have been expunged or subject to a diversion program. Please specify date, location, details of the violation, and outcome.
Have you ever been charged with academic or disciplinary misconduct at any postsecondary educational institution?
Have you ever been dismissed, suspended, placed on academic warning or probation, disciplined, expelled, or officially requested or advised to withdraw from a postsecondary educational institution due to inadequate academic performance?
Have you ever been subject to a restraining order?
Has a professional association or state licensing board ever suspended or revoked a professional license that you held or has such an association or board ever required you to appear at a proceeding where license suspension or revocation was a possible sanction?
Have you ever been terminated, suspended, disciplined, or permitted to resign in lieu of termination from any job?

The admissions process includes a holistic review of each applicant's file, looking carefully at the candidate's undergraduate grade-point average and standardized test scores as well as other factors, such as level and difficulty of undergraduate coursework, writing ability, graduate coursework (if applicable), student engagement and activities, professional experience and more broadly the personal and life experiences that have shaped the applicant as reflected in the personal statement.

To enroll in the JD program, a candidate must have completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. We encourage undergraduates interested in law to gain a broad educational background and to choose challenging courses requiring critical thinking and logical analysis, such as history, economics, philosophy, and accounting. We particularly urge students to choose courses in which they will develop strong writing skills.

The Timetable

Admissions and scholarship decisions are made on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply early in the admissions cycle. Beginning in January we take action on the applications. We have a rolling admissions policy; that is, as decisions are made, applicants are notified. We make most admission decisions between January 1 and April 1, at which time we establish a wait list. As vacancies occur up to the date of registration we draw the best-qualified candidates from the waitlist.

Admission Procedures

Standardized Test: You must submit a score from one of the following approved standardized tests: The LSAT; the GRE General Test; or JD-Next. The standardized test score or scores that you submit must have been earned within the last five years and must meet any other validity or timing requirements set out by the organization that administers that test. See lsac.org, ets.org/gre and/or JD-Next.org for more information about the accepted standardized tests and the organizations' score reporting policies. Although we recommend that you take the LSAT, GRE, or JD Next in the summer or fall before applying to law school, we do accept scores for tests taken closer to the start of law school. We look at all standardized test scores with an emphasis on the highest score.

Because LSAC provides the Credential Assembly Service, any and all LSAT scores you earned within the past five years will be reported on the CAS report. If you choose to submit GRE General Test or JD-Next scores in lieu of or in addition to an LSAT score, we require you to submit ALL scores that you have earned on that test within the past five years.

Applicants submitting GRE scores must request that all score reports be sent directly to Case Western Reserve Law. CWRU Law's school code for GRE score reporting is 4812.

We accept JD-Next scores in lieu of the LSAT based on a waiver granted by the American Bar Association. Applicants submitting JD-Next scores must request that all score reports be sent directly to Case Western Reserve Law. More information is available at JD-Next.org.

CAS Report: All applicants, regardless of whether submitting an LSAT, GRE or JD-Next score, must register with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Follow the necessary instructions to arrange for the Credential Assembly Service to send us two letters of recommendation and analysis of your undergraduate and graduate school transcripts. Case Western Reserve University School of Law's Credential Assembly Service code is 1105.

Electronic Application: The application fee for applications electronically submitted to Case Western via LSAC's electronic applications service is waived. Applications submitted to LSAC for transmission will be considered postmarked on the day they are electronically submitted.

Completed Application: We consider an applicant file complete once we have received an application with all required components, including the personal statement, résumé, and two letters of recommendation (required), an approved standardized test, a law school report from LSAC's Credential Assembly Service, and the application fee (waived for applications submitted electronically). Include your name and LSAC account number on any supplemental enclosures and identify the question number to which they correspond.

Standard of Truthfulness and Full Disclosure - Continuing Obligation to Disclose

As future members of the legal profession, applicants are expected to possess the highest standards of ethics and character. Because of the high ethical standards to which lawyers are held, the failure to disclose an act or event such as the ones described in the Character and Fitness questions is often more significant and leads to more serious consequences than the act or event itself.

Each of the character and fitness questions requires a "yes" or "no" answer. If your answer is "yes" to any of the questions, you are required to supplement your response with a full explanation of the circumstances, including dates. You also have the obligation to notify the School of Law if there is any change in the information contained in those documents.

All matters must be reported, even if they were dismissed, expunged, or the records sealed! Even if you were advised differently in the past, you are required to disclose all matters in this application process.

All applicants, including those who enroll in the Case Western Reserve University School of Law, must certify that all responses in their application and on all supplemental documents are complete, true, and correct and that they understand that they are under an ongoing obligation to notify the School of Law if there is any change in the information submitted prior to and/or during their enrollment in the School of Law. Failure in the application's accuracy or completeness or in the applicant's obligation to update the information may affect enrollment status and/or result in disciplinary action, including dismissal, revocation of an offer of admission, and/or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek admission.

In addition, we adhere to and participate in the Law School Admission Council's Rules Governing Misconduct and Irregularities in the Admission Process.

Policy on the Use of Generative AI in the Application Process

As part of our commitment to academic integrity and transparency, we ask that applicants disclose any use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Grammarly, or similar technologies) in preparing their application materials. This includes assistance with drafting, editing, brainstorming, or proofreading personal statements, resumes, or other written submissions. Although we do not prohibit the use of generative AI tools, we discourage their use, especially in the drafting process, because we are evaluating your voice and writing skills as part of the admissions process. Use of AI tools will not, in itself, affect your candidacy. However, we expect all applicants to accurately represent the nature of their application materials and to ensure that submitted work reflects their own ideas, experiences, and judgment. You will be asked to disclose on the application the extent of your use of generative AI in preparing your application.

Special Application Procedures

International Students

We require that international transcripts be submitted through the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) offered through the Law School Admission Council. If you completed any postsecondary work outside the US (including its territories) or Canada, you must use this service for the evaluation of your international transcripts (exception: if you completed the international work through a study-abroad, consortium, or exchange program sponsored by a US or Canadian institution, and the work is clearly indicated as such on the home campus transcript). This service is included in the Credential Assembly Service subscription fee. An International Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) and will be incorporated into your law school report. If your transcript is not issued in English in its original form by your institution, you will need to submit a TOEFL score as well. To do this, you must contact the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and request that your TOEFL score be sent to LSAC. LSAC's TOEFL code for the Credential Assembly Service is 8395. Your score will be included in the International Credential Evaluation document that will be included in your law school report.

To use the Credential Assembly Service, log in to your online account and follow the instructions for registering for the service. Be sure to print out a Transcript Request Form for each institution and send it promptly to them. More time is usually required to receive international transcripts.

Questions about the Credential Assembly Service can be directed to LSAC at 215.968.1001 or LSAC.org.

Admission to a State Bar

In order to be eligible to take the bar exam in any state, you will need to complete an application. In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Please note, there are states, including New York, that WILL NOT accept a Juris Doctor earned through an online program unless a waiver of the state bar rules is approved. Please see Case Western Reserve University School of Law's Professional Licensure Disclosures by going to case.edu/law.

The application questions will vary from state to state, but generally will require you to disclose whether you have been subject to any criminal or disciplinary proceedings. Different states handle such offenses differently. If you would respond to such questions in the affirmative, you should contact the Board of Bar Examiners of the states(s) in which you wish to practice law in order to establish the impact of your offense on your eligibility to practice law in that state. Any discrepancy between your responses on your applications for law school admission and for admission to the bar may be an impediment to your admission to the bar in many states.

AFTER APPLYING

Acknowledgement of Application

After submitting your application, you will receive confirmation email from the Applicant Status Online system. This system is where you can check the status of your application. Most correspondence from the Office of Admissions will be done via email so please keep us informed of any changes in your email address.

Credential Assembly Service Law School Report

Upon submission of your application, we will automatically receive your Credential Assembly Service Law School Report once you have subscribed to LSAC's Credential Assembly Service.

Deposit Deadlines

An offer of admission must be accepted before the date indicated as the deadline; if not, it may be withdrawn by the law school. Accepted applicants will be required to submit a $500 deposit. Deposit deadlines are strictly enforced. Deposits are non-refundable.

Transcripts

All students are required to have obtained their four-year bachelor's degree prior to matriculation. By August 15, all entering students must also have a final transcript evidencing receipt of a bachelor's degree on file with LSAC. In addition, every student must submit one official transcript from a graduate degree-granting institution, if applicable. Failure to adhere to these requirements may result in withdrawal of the offer of admission, suspension or dismissal from the School of Law.

Withdrawal of Admission

The law school reserves the right to withdraw an offer of admission if required transcripts are not received by the deadline, the candidate fails to maintain satisfactory scholastic standing for work in progress, if final records fail to show completion of courses and/or degrees required for admission, or if the admission decision was based on incomplete or inaccurate information.

FINANCIAL AID TIMETABLE

February

We will automatically email financial aid (loan) information to all applicants for admission, along with extensive instructions.

By March 15

Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form, which is used to determine a student's eligibility for the various loan programs, may be completed online at studentaid.gov. Paper versions of the FAFSA are available from public libraries and college financial aid offices. List "Case Western Reserve University-LAW" as a school to which you would like an analysis report sent (Federal School Code E00082).

By May 1

Submit the Case Western Financial Aid Application to the law school Office of Student Financial Services. Students who have been admitted and have submitted all documents by May 1 can expect to have an estimate of their financial aid package by the beginning of July.

Deposit

Deposit (postmarked by April 15; rolling thereafter): $500

All deposits are non-refundable.

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Missouri - Kansas City

You may find a bar admission guide online at http://www.ncbex.org/publications/bar-admissions-guide/.

The questions in this section of the application are very similar to those that will be asked by the state Supreme Court bar admission authorities when you apply for admission to practice law. While the bar admission authorities ask these questions in order to determine whether you can practice law in a competent and ethical manner, we ask these questions to help us determine your ability to perform competently and ethically as a law student and to assess whether you can be admitted to practice law upon graduation. We hold your responses in the strictest confidence, sharing them only as is necessary for the law school and bar admission processes. If you have any concerns about these questions or how to respond to them, we urge you to let us know. If you are unsure as to whether to make a disclosure, we encourage you to err on the side of disclosure. Having some matters to disclose in response to these questions is common and certainly does not necessarily disqualify you from being admitted to law school. The candor you display in answering the questions is a positive factor in the consideration of your application.

If the answer to any of the questions is yes, please provide a supplemental statement in your own words accurately and fully describing the incident. If the matter has been concluded (for example, if a charge or claim was brought against you and the proceedings relating to it have been completed), please explain how it was resolved. If the matter is not completed (for example, if a charge or claim is still pending), please explain the situation and how and when you expect it to be resolved. For every question, if the answer is currently ‘no’ but there have been events that you believe may cause the answer to change to ‘yes,’ you should disclose that. (For example, if you were involved in an incident that may result in criminal charges being filed against you, you should disclose the incident even though no charges have been filed yet.) Please include all relevant dates, such as when an incident occurred and when it was resolved.

1. At any college or university or other institution of higher education, were you ever suspended, placed on probation, expelled, warned, reprimanded, or disciplined formally or informally, or were you ever the subject of a complaint, a probable cause hearing, or any other form of initial inquiry concerning your conduct? You must disclose every instance in which this has occurred regardless of whether the record has been expunged, cancelled, annulled, or no record was made by the school. You must disclose every incident whether it was an academic or non-academic matter.

Have you ever been held in contempt of court, had sanctions entered against you by a court, or otherwise been disqualified from participating in any legal proceeding?
As a holder of public office or as a member of any profession, have you ever been suspended, censured, reprimanded, disqualified, subject to discipline, allowed to resign in lieu of discipline, or been the subject of any charges, complaints, or grievances concerning your conduct? You must disclose all matters, even if the outcome was favorable to you, it was dismissed, no discipline was imposed, discipline was stayed or held in abeyance subject to a diversion or other agreement, or the matter was deemed confidential or closed.
Have you ever been a party to any noncriminal legal proceeding, such as a civil lawsuit, an arbitration, an administrative legal proceeding, or a family court or domestic abuse proceeding? Being a party to a legal proceeding means that you are one of the participants who has a legal interest in the outcome, such as if you sued or were sued by someone, and it includes having any type of order of protection issued against you. It does not include merely being a witness in a legal proceeding.
Has any entity that you owned, managed, or participated in the control or management of been charged with fraud, larceny, embezzlement, misappropriation of funds, misrepresentation, or similar misconduct, in any civil, criminal, or administrative legal proceeding?
Have you ever been arrested, charged, cited, issued a summons, taken into custody, or been convicted for the violation of any law? You must disclose every instance in which this has occurred even if charges ultimately were not brought against you or were dismissed, you were acquitted, you received a suspended imposition of sentence, the conviction was stayed or vacated, you were placed on probation, you were granted deferred adjudication, you participated in any type of pretrial diversion, or the record was sealed or expunged. You must disclose every incident regardless of whether you were an adult or a juvenile at the time. You must disclose every incident regardless of whether you have been advised by any source (such as legal counsel) that you need not disclose the incident. No statute, court order, or legal proceeding withholding adjudication, expunging or sealing any record, dismissing, vacating, or setting aside an arrest, charge, or conviction shall excuse less than full disclosure of the incident in this application. The incidents that must be disclosed include (but are not limited to) any violation relating to alcohol or controlled substances (such as driving under the influence, driving while intoxicated, minor in possession, public intoxication, or possession or use of false identification). You may exclude violations of traffic laws (such as speeding tickets or parking tickets) unless the violation resulted in time spent in jail, issuance of an arrest warrant, or revocation or suspension of your driver’s license.

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Rutgers

The American Bar Association Standards and Rules of Procedure require law schools to advise each applicant of the following:

Every American jurisdiction in which you may practice law after graduation from law school requires each applicant for admission to the bar to meet character and fitness requirements as a condition of eligibility for admission. A character and fitness review will require truthful, accurate and complete reporting of all requested information related to past conduct that bar examiners may deem relevant to one's fitness to practice law, in most jurisdictions. This includes (but is not limited to) all criminal arrests, charges, plea agreements, convictions, or instances of being taken into custody, as a juvenile or adult; all traffic violations except minor parking citations; involvement as a party to civil litigation; acts of fraud, dishonesty, or lack of candor; educational discipline or misconduct; failure to pay financial obligations; and substance abuse. Many jurisdictions require disclosure of all criminal arrests, charge, plea agreements or convictions, as a juvenile or adult, even where the record has been expunged.

It should be noted, however, that while bar admission boards require a complete disclosure of requested information, in many instances past relevant conduct, particularly if isolated and/or not recent, has not resulted in denial or delay of admission to the bar in a particular jurisdiction of interest. (This is not to suggest or predict how any jurisdiction's bar admission board would respond to any applicant's particular conduct disclosures going forward.)

A failure to truthfully, accurately and completely respond to a character and fitness inquiry, however, is commonly deemed a character and fitness violation in and of itself, and may be more detrimental to bar admission prospects than the undisclosed or incorrectly disclosed underlying conduct.

You are encouraged, as you go through the law school application process and before you enter law school, to determine the character and fitness requirements of the jurisdiction(s) where you intend to practice law. If you are uncertain where you will practice law, you may wish to review the Standard NCBE Character and Fitness Application, titled Request for Preparation of a Character Report of the National Conference of Bar Examiners which is used by a number of bar admission authorities. Addresses for the agencies are available at www.ncbex.org .

If you answer "yes" to any of the following Character and Fitness questions, please submit a detailed statement with this application explaining the circumstances, including details of the offense and relevant dates. All state bar examiners will review a copy of your law school application. Full disclosure is critical. Please make sure all relevant information is provided. If your answer cannot fit within the character limit of the corresponding textbox, please submit an addendum in the Attachments section of this application.

Have you ever been dismissed, expelled, suspended, placed on academic probation, given an academic warning, or disciplined by any secondary school, college, university, graduate, or professional school (including law school) for academic or any other reasons?
Has your academic career (undergraduate and/or graduate) been interrupted for one or more terms?
Were you ever subject to any disciplinary action while you were in college? Include violations of the university code of student conduct or any student honor code that covers standards of behavior at your undergraduate and/or graduate institution.
Are there any criminal or disciplinary charges pending or expected to be brought against you?
Have you ever been cited for, charged with, taken into custody for, arrested for, indicted, tried for, pled guilty to, or convicted of, the violation of any law (other than a minor traffic violation) or been the subject of a juvenile delinquent or youthful offender proceeding or received a conditional discharge, adjournment in contemplation of dismissal, or pretrial diversionary program? (NOTE: driving while intoxicated or impaired, driving without insurance, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, and driving while suspended are not considered minor traffic offenses for the purposes of this question).

The entry of an expungement or sealing order does not relieve you of the duty to disclose the matter on this statement. This includes any juvenile record. You may indicate the existence of such an order in your explanation. If yes, please include an official statement of charges and dispositions.

Have you ever been a named party (e.g., plaintiff/defendant) in any civil proceeding, regardless of the age of the matter or whether the final disposition was a dismissal or a settlement? This includes, but is not limited to, malpractice, negligence actions, intentional torts, landlord/tenant matters, contract matters, or domestic relations matters, including divorce, custody, visitation, support, petitions for protection from abuse, restraining orders and/or peace orders and expungement proceedings. Have you ever been a party, complainant or participant in or to an administrative, governmental, investigative, judicial, arbitration or disciplinary proceeding, including but not limited to workers' compensation, unemployment, pension, disability, licensing boards, welfare, child protection, Title IX proceedings, conservatorship, fee arbitration or attorney disciplinary/grievance proceedings? NOTE: Simple receipt of benefits does NOT trigger an affirmative response if no proceedings were held.
Have you ever been disciplined as a member of any licensed profession or occupation, including, but not limited to, being suspended from practice, reprimanded, censured, disqualified, revoked, permitted to resign, admonished, sanctioned or removed, or have any complaints or charges, formal or informal, ever been made or filed or proceeding instituted against you in such capacity?

Welcome to Rutgers Law School

Chartered in 1766, Rutgers University is one of the oldest and largest public institutions of higher learning in the nation. Rutgers Law School is proud to continue this standard of excellence. With a comprehensive curriculum enhanced by cutting-edge technology, Rutgers Law is noted for excellence in education. Its world-class faculty, which includes more than 100 full-time members, is internationally recognized for scholarship in fields as diverse as international law, health law, family and women?s rights law, state constitutional law, and legal history. Further information about Rutgers Law School, including its faculty, curriculum, academic centers and programs, student body and organizations, and admissions and other policies is available on our website: https://law.rutgers.edu

Please read these instructions and the information set forth on LSAC's website LSAC.org carefully before completing your application and all application forms.

General Information

Rutgers Law School operates two campuses, in Camden and Newark.

Rutgers Law's admission process involves a holistic review that considers a number of factors in evaluating whether a candidate would be suitable for admission and does not use numerical cutoffs. The process seeks to determine whether the person is likely to succeed in law school, would benefit from a legal education here, and could contribute to the dynamic Rutgers Law community. To make this determination, the law school considers the applicant's academic record, undergraduate and graduate institutions attended, choice of major, nature and difficulty of course selection, LSAT scores, extracurricular activities, personal statement, letters of recommendation, contributions to the community, professional experience, obstacles overcome, and all other supplemental materials. The Law School makes no distinction between full-time and part-time students, or between one campus and the other, in making its decision.

Upon acceptance and remittance of the required seat deposits, students may enroll in either the full-time (day) program or the part-time hybrid (evening) program. Subject to class sequencing and classroom space, the administration will endeavor to assist students needing part-time day schedules.

Admission decisions may be made on the basis of six semesters of full-time undergraduate work. All acceptance decisions are conditional on the premise that the candidates will successfully complete their course work and degree requirements before enrolling and that the quality of this work will be equal to that on which the admissions committee based its decision.

Minority Student Program (MSP): MSP is a post-admission program reflecting the faculty?s longstanding commitment to promote and enhance diversity in the educational community and the legal profession. Started on the Newark campus in 1968, the program provides academic support, mentoring, and internships to students who, regardless of race or ethnic origin, can demonstrate through a history of socio-economic, educational, or cultural experiences that they have been disadvantaged. Though admission to MSP is separate from and subsequent to admission to the law school, every applicant is invited to indicate their interest in the program on their application. MSP is offered at both campuses.

Summer Jump Start: To afford admitted first-year law students an accelerated class experience in one of their core 1L subjects, Rutgers Law School offers the Summer Jump Start Class Program at the Camden campus. In recent years, the 1L class offered in Jump Start has typically been Contracts, though the course as well as the instructor are subject to change. Benefits of the program include early acclimation to the rigors of law school while taking only one core 1L subject, formation of early study groups and classmate bonding, and a lighter load of 11 credits, rather than 15 credits in the fall semester. Many of our current top law students availed themselves of this opportunity. Registration for the class is on a first-come, first-served basis. This program is currently only available at the Camden campus. This is not a conditional-admission program; only admitted students may enroll in Summer Jump Start. Housing may be available.

3+3 Program: The 3+3 Program enables highly qualified students to complete both a bachelor's degree and a J.D. degree in six years, rather than the usual seven. The program is open to Rutgers undergraduates on all three campuses (Camden, New Brunswick and Newark), as well as select undergraduate schools outside the Rutgers system. For a complete list, please check our website. Students participating in this accelerated program complete their first year of law school courses during what would normally be their fourth year of undergraduate studies. To prepare for this fourth year, they must complete all undergraduate course requirements in General Education and in their chosen major, and compile at least 91 credits during their first three years of undergraduate study. The 30 credits required during the first year of law school count towards both degrees. Typically, the bachelor's degree is awarded after the first year of law school, and the J.D. is awarded after two more years of law school have been successfully completed and all requirements for graduating have been met. Applicants interested in this program are urged to meet with their pre-law advisor early in their undergraduate career to plan for this program. Interested applicants must take the LSAT and go through the regular law school application process.

Dual Degree Programs: Rutgers University, as the principal public research university of New Jersey, offers graduate and professional degree programs in virtually every major academic discipline, and the law faculty encourages interdisciplinary study coordinated with other graduate units of the University. Typically, each unit accepts 9 to 12 credits from course work taken at the other unit, enabling students to obtain the two degrees in less time than if they had been pursued individually. The following formal dual degree programs are currently offered:

J.D./M.B.A., with both Rutgers Business School (Newark/New Brunswick) and Rutgers Business School - Camden

J.D./M.A., in Criminal Justice, with the School of Criminal Justice

J.D./M.C.R.P., (Master of City and Regional Planning), with the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy

J.D./M.S.W., with the School of Social Work

J.D./M.P.A., (Master of Public Administration), with the School of Public Affairs and Administration

J.D./M.P.A.P., (Master of Public Affairs and Politics), with the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy

J.D./M.P.H., (Master of Public Health), with the Biomedical and Health Sciences School of Public Health in New Brunswick

J.D./M.S. or J.D./Ph.D., with the Division of Global Affairs

J.D./M.D., with Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

Moreover, it is possible, on a case-by-case basis, to coordinate a dual degree program of study with many of the more than 100 graduate programs offered by Rutgers at the masters or doctoral level.

Applicants interested in a dual degree must apply to the other graduate program separately and comply with its admissions procedures and requirements, which may include taking the GRE, GMAT, or MCAT. Students who do not seek another graduate degree may nevertheless enroll in other graduate-level courses in subjects related to law and, with prior approval, may apply up to six (6) credits to the J.D. degree.

Application Materials:

Application Fee: No application fee is required.
LSAT: Each candidate for admission must take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) and register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) at the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Our admissions committee will consider all scores for LSATs taken within the last five (5) years. The June 2026 LSAT is the last testing date for Fall 2026 admission. Early testing is strongly recommended for priority seat reservation availability and scholarship consideration.
Transcripts: All acceptances are conditioned upon an admitted student completing his or her bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university prior to the first day of class. Transcripts from all previous colleges or universities attended, including law and graduate schools, must be sent directly to LSAC. Please follow the instructions on the LSAC website for submission of your transcripts. LSAC will supply the data to all law schools that request it. Although LSAC does not evaluate graduate transcripts, copies are distributed by the service.
Recommendation Letters: Rutgers Law School requires two (2) letters of recommendation to be submitted through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service. This service is included in your CAS registration. To use this service, follow the directions on the LSAC website for submitting and releasing recommendation letters. Candidates currently enrolled in college should have recommendations from at least one professor. If you have not been enrolled in college within the past three years, references may also be obtained from employment supervisors, commanding officers, or persons who have observed you in a working or professional capacity.
Personal Statement: Each candidate must complete a 2-4 page (double-spaced) essay presenting any information that may assist the admissions committee in rendering a decision. Your essay can include information about yourself, your motivation for attending law school, and how you plan to use your legal education. Our goal is to create an intellectually stimulating student body comprised of persons who have diverse backgrounds and who share a desire for academic excellence and accomplishment in the practice of law. In addition to outstanding academic ability, we seek evidence of qualities such as leadership ability, professional and/or military experience, technical or vocational training, extraordinary accomplishment or success in a previous career, or a history of overcoming disadvantage. If you possess any of the above qualities, or other qualities you wish the admissions committee to consider, please include this information in your statement.

Application Deadlines/ Financial Aid:

Binding Early Decision Program

Round 1

Submit and complete application by December 1
Receive decision by December 31 (or sooner)

Round 2

Submit and complete application by March 1
Receive decision by April 1 (if not sooner)

Regular Decision

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials as early as possible to ensure seat reservation ability and scholarship opportunities. The deadline to submit an application is July 1, 2026.

Financial Aid:

Students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. Applicants are also encouraged to apply for assistance as early as possible, preferably by February 1. However, because Rutgers participates in the Federal Direct Loan Program, financial aid, including all federal and GradPLUS loans, can be processed through the first day of class in August (or June for Jump Start). When completing the FAFSA, students should list Rutgers Law School as: RUTGERS UNIVERSITY-NEW BRUNSWICK, NEW JERSEY (Code #002629).

Financial aid personnel are available to answer questions at each law school location. Review the Financial Aid Steps on our website and contact our Office of Admissions with any financial aid questions.

2-Year Accelerated J.D. for Foreign-Trained Lawyers (FLP):

The Foreign-Trained Lawyers Program (FLP) allows candidates who have earned a law degree and were practicing attorneys in another country the opportunity to receive up to 28 credits of advanced standing. Upon completion of 58 credits at Rutgers Law School, you will receive a J.D. degree. With the J.D. degree you will be certified to take the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction. In general, candidates admitted into this program complete the first-year required curriculum and one year of upper-level courses. The program can be completed in two (2) years if you attend full-time, or three (3) years if you attend part-time. The application process is the same as for a first-year student. Please follow the instructions for submitting original international credentials found in the International Applicants/Foreign Credentials section on the LSAC website. Your international transcripts will be translated if necessary, evaluated, and sent with your CAS report to the law school. Please include any bar certifications you may have on your resume. You may not receive credit for LL.M. course work completed at another ABA accredited law school prior to matriculating at Rutgers Law School.

Non-Discrimination Policy:

Rutgers University Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment: This Policy discusses the university's prohibitions against discrimination and harassment based upon membership in enumerated protected classes as well as the prohibitions against retaliation based upon the exercise of rights pursuant to the Policy. The full Policy, including definitions of harassment and discrimination, and the process for reporting violations is set forth here.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education. Sex discrimination includes sexual harassment and sexual assault. While it is often thought of as a law that applies to athletic programs, Title IX is much broader than athletics and applies to many programs at Rutgers. Additional information on Title IX, including the process for filing a Title IX complaint, is available here.

The Student Code of Conduct can be found here.

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Syracuse University

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ADMISSION TO THE BAR

In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are strongly encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Failure to properly disclose in accordance with the jurisdictional rules of where you intend to practice could prevent admission to the bar in that jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners****.

Admissions decisions will not be affected by participation in or disciplinary action associated with peaceful, meaningful protest. The College of Law examines barriers specific to justice-impacted individuals throughout the application, enrollment, and educational experience in order to ensure that policies and practices do not unintentionally serve as mechanisms of exclusion. We still ask applicants to disclose any action to comply with rules set forth by most state’s board of bar examiners.

1. Have you ever been arrested, ticketed, charged with, taken into custody, indicted, convicted or tried for, pled guilty to, or are you currently under indictment for any felony or misdemeanor or any violation of law? Note: Although a conviction may have been expunged from your record by an order of the court, it does not relieve you of the duty to disclose the matter on this statement. In addition, traffic violations including drug or alcohol related violations need to be disclosed. Misrepresentation may result in administrative sanctions.

2. Have you ever been the subject of disciplinary proceedings or been censured for misconduct, warned, placed on probation, dropped, disqualified, expelled, withdrawn or advised to withdraw, been suspended for academic or nonacademic or any other reason by any educational institution you have attended or place of employment? Note: Misrepresentation may result in administrative sanctions.

3. Have you ever been involved in lawsuits, litigation, or civil judicial proceedings?

J.D. Application - Fall (August)

PREREQUISITES FOR THE J.D. APPLICATION:

Entrance Exam: LSAT or GRE
Law School Admission Test (LSAT) - You must have taken or be expecting to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Registration for the LSAT and Credential Assembly Service can be completed through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) at LSAC.org. LSAT test scores administered prior to the end of April 2026 will be given priority. Tests past the beginning of the semester, August 2026, will not be considered for fall 2026 enrollment. LSAT scores cannot be more than five (5) years old from the date of application to the College of Law. If you submit your application with a declared "Future Test Date", your application will be placed on HOLD until the score arrives. A decision will be made once all application materials are received. If you have at least one (1) LSAT score on file and would like your application evaluated prior to a future test, you may indicate this on the application. You must have at least one (1) LSAC writing sample on file for your application to be considered complete. If you wish you have your application held until all writing samples are received, please contact the admissions office at lawadmissions@syr.edu or call 315-443-1962.
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) ? GRE scores can be no more than five (5) years old from the date of application to the College of Law and must include all test scores in the last five years. Applicants must also submit with their application an addendum explaining their choice to take the GRE in place of the LSAT. A full GRE score report showing all reportable scores should be sent electronically to Syracuse University College of Law using school code 4913. Applications without full GRE score reports and a GRE essay are unable to be considered for admission.
Undergraduate Degree ? While an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution is required, you must submit transcripts of all previous college or university study through the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Graduate and prior law study transcripts must also be submitted to the Credential Assembly Service. Failure to submit all transcripts will delay review of your application. For applicants graduating from undergraduate during this admissions cycle, please submit your most recent undergraduate transcript.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Application Form - You must complete and submit the admission application form, together with the $75 application fee, which may be submitted electronically. The application fee is neither refundable nor will it be credited toward tuition and fees.
Letters of Recommendation - Applicants are required to submit two (2) letters of recommendation and may submit up to four (4) letters of recommendation.
- Statements from persons familiar with your qualifications for the study of law, especially professors under whom you have studied or supervisors under whom you have worked, often prove helpful. If you are currently in an undergraduate or graduate program, or have recently completed one, the Admissions Committee will expect to see letters of recommendation from professors under whom you have studied.
- Applicants must submit letters of recommendation through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service. Letters sent directly to the Office of Admissions will not be accepted.
- If you are submitting more than two (2) letters of recommendation and they are not yet available at the time you apply, please notify the Admissions Office at lawadmissions@syr.edu so that we may hold your application for review.
- At least one (1) letter should be no more than two (2) years old from the date of application submission.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Non-U.S. Citizen Applicants - Applicants who are not United States citizens must submit all materials required of domestic applicants as well as the additional documentation outlined on the website under Applying as an International Student. This documentation includes educational records, and TOEFL or IELTS scores. Applicants from countries outside of the U.S. who are not from a country where English is an official language or did not receive a bachelor's or advanced degree from a country where English is an official language must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score with the application.
Character and Fitness Disclosures - In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are strongly encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Failure to properly disclose in accordance with the jurisdictional rules of where you intend to practice could prevent admission to the bar in that jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners. Admissions decisions will not be affected by participation in or disciplinary action associated with peaceful, meaningful protest. The College of Law examines barriers specific to justice-impacted individuals throughout the application, enrollment, and educational experience in order to ensure that policies and practices do not unintentionally serve as mechanisms of exclusion. We still ask applicants to disclose any action to comply with rules set forth by most state?s board of bar examiners. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to check with the state bar examiner's office of the states in which they intend to practice law, regarding character and fitness for admission to the bar.

"Why Syracuse" Statements - Applicants are invited to submit a "Why Syracuse" statement. More information is available on the attachment pages.
Additional Addendum(s) ? Applicants may attach additional statements that further explain character & fitness issues, academic or admissions test related information, pauses or breaks from education and employment, or any other relevant information that may assist the Admissions Committee on making an informed decision. Please keep addendum(s) succinct, double spaced, 11 font.

3+3 APPLICANTS:

The 3+3 undergraduate program option should only be selected if you are a college junior who plans to apply to Syracuse University College of Law through an approved 3+3 program. A list of approved programs can be found on the College of Law website. For more information, please contact the Office of Admissions at lawadmissions@syr.edu or 315-443-1962.

RE-APPLICANTS AFTER ACADEMIC DISQUALIFICATION OR DISMISSAL FROM LAW SCHOOL:

Applicants who attended Syracuse University College of Law and have been disqualified or dismissed cannot apply as a first year student until one year from the date of disqualification has passed. Applicants who attended another law school and have been academically disqualified or dismissed cannot apply as a first year student until two years from the date of disqualification has passed. More information is available on the College of Law website.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

The deadline for receipt of all application materials is July 15th at 3 pm Eastern to be considered for admission in the fall semester of the same year (priority deadline-March 15).
An application is complete and ready for review after the College of Law receives the completed application forms and the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) report from LSAC.

It is your responsibility to make certain that all necessary materials and credentials are received by LSAC and the College of Law in a timely manner. You should retain for your records copies of all correspondence forwarded to LSAC and the College of Law, including your admission application forms, financial aid application forms, and all attachments. Admissions decisions are sent through the primary email address listed on your application.

For additional information, contact the Syracuse Law Office of Admissions and Financial Aid by telephone at 315.443.1962 or by e-mail at lawadmissions@syr.edu. The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) can be reached at 215.968.1001 or www.lsac.org.

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U Arkansas - Fayetteville

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

If your answer to any of the questions in this section is "yes," you must attach a separate statement providing a complete description of your actions and full details of the charges and sanctions against you in the "Attachments" section of the application.

Although an affirmative answer to any or all of the questions below does not necessarily preclude admission to the University of Arkansas School of Law, persons who have been convicted of more serious criminal offenses may have difficulty gaining admission to the legal profession due to state bar qualifications for admission. In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners. A Comprehensive Guide to Bar Admission Requirements, which includes coverage of character and fitness requirements and contact information for each state, is available on the website of the National Conference of Bar Examiners www.ncbex.org.

1. Have you ever been placed on probation, suspended, or dismissed from any educational institution either for academic or disciplinary reasons? If yes, you must submit an attachment relating the circumstances and outcome in the "Attachments" section of the application.

2. Have you ever been charged with or convicted of any misdemeanor or felony?If yes, you must submit an attachment giving full details, including dates; the court, if any; reference to court records, if any; the facts; the disposition of the matter; and if no court records are available, give the names and addresses of all persons involved, including counsel.

3. Have you ever been charged with fraud, formally or informally, in any civil proceeding? If yes, you must submit an attachment giving full details, including dates; the court, if any; reference to court records, if any; the facts; the disposition of the matter; and if no court records are available, give the names and addresses of all persons involved, including counsel.

4. If, following your completion of this application (including after acceptance and matriculation), matters arise that would require you to answer yes to any of the questions above, you must notify the Office of Admissions immediately. You will be required to submit a written statement providing details regarding the reportable incident, which may affect existing admissions decisions, if any.

By checking this box, I agree to provide any necessary updates and amendments to the above Character and Fitness questions to the Office of Admissions in a prompt and timely matter.

Fall 2025 Application Instructions

Admissions Process

We accept applications throughout the year, and offer admission on a rolling basis, so long as space remains in the incoming class. We begin admitting applicants in the fall and will continue evaluating new applications through the early summer. However, we fill seats in the incoming class as the season progresses. Therefore, applying earlier in the season (before our April 1 priority deadline) ensures consideration for scholarships. Deposit deadlines are included in your letter of admission, and failure to meet a seat deposit deadline could result in the loss of your seat. We do not charge an application fee.

Priority Deadline for Scholarship Consideration

For scholarship consideration, you should submit your completed application as soon as possible, but no later than our priority deadline (April 1). All applications completed by the April 1 deadline will be automatically considered for scholarships; no separate application is required. Applications submitted after the April 1 priority deadline will be considered for scholarships if seats/funds remain available. The Scholarship Committee typically distributes available funds based on performance on the LSAT, academic achievement, and other life experiences. If you are awarded a scholarship, we will notify you promptly after you have been admitted. To accept your scholarship offer and reserve a seat in the incoming class, you must submit a seat deposit, as detailed in your acceptance letter.

Completed Application

Required Components

A completed application must include an Application for Admission (EApp) and the following documents submitted directly by you:

Your resume. Your resume should provide specific information about your academic background, employment history, community services and/or extracurricular experiences. Please refer to the "Attachments" tab for further guidance.
Your personal statement. In your statement, tell us about yourself and your background, why you want to attend law school, and, in particular, why you wish to attend the University of Arkansas School of Law. Your statement should be written by you without assistance from others or AI software (such as ChatGPT), and there is no page length requirement. Please refer to the "Attachments" tab for further guidance.
Statements explaining affirmative answers to questions in the Character and Fitness section (if applicable). Please refer to the "Attachments" tab for further guidance.

A completed application also requires a Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report, which includes:

Two letters of recommendation. The School of Law requires at least two letters of recommendation attesting to your character, academic abilities, and readiness for law school. If you are currently in school or have recently graduated, we prefer that at least one letter of recommendation be provided from a professor who can attest to your academic abilities. We will only accept letters sent to us by LSAC?s Letter of Recommendation Service. Please do not mail letters to us directly.
Academic transcripts. Official academic transcripts from all undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools attended, including final transcripts reflecting the conferral of all degrees earned (if any), must be submitted by the institution(s) to LSAC.
A valid LSAT score. You must have taken the LSAT during the five years preceding the date of your application. If you have more than one LSAT score during the prior five-year period, your highest LSAT score will be considered. Additionally, if you are registered for a future LSAT, we may hold your application until we receive the new score. If you already have a current score and want us to review your application before you receive your future score, email us at lawadmit@uark.edu.

We will not consider your application until it is complete.

Optional Components

You may choose to submit optional documents, including:

Up to two additional letters of recommendation (for a total of four letters). We will consider your application complete once we receive two letters of recommendation; however, we will accept up to four letters of recommendation submitted through LSAC.
Addendum addressing prior academic or test performance.
Optional statements. You are invited to provide supplemental essays that will provide us with relevant information that you may not have included elsewhere in your application. Please see the "Attachments" tab for more information. These statements are optional and are not required to complete an application.

Campus Visits

Campus visits to the School of Law are encouraged, however, such visits are not factored into our admission decisions. The Admissions Committee does not grant personal interviews.

Contact Us

All correspondence concerning your application and scheduling a campus visit should be directed to the Office of Admissions, University of Arkansas School of Law.

1045 W. Maple St. | Fayetteville, AR 72701
Ph: 479-575-3102 | Fax: 479-575-3937 | lawadmit@uark.edu

The University of Arkansas is committed to the policy of providing educational opportunities to all qualified students regardless of their economic or social status, and will not discriminate on the basis of handicaps, race, color, sex, or creed.

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Brooklyn

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Chicago-Kent

Lawyers are held to the highest ethical standards. The failure to disclose an act or event such as the ones described below is often more significant, and leads to more serious consequences, than the act or event itself. Failure to provide truthful answers, or failure to inform the Office of Admissions of any changes in your answers, may result in revocation of admission or disciplinary action by Chicago-Kent. Furthermore, you may be denied admission to practice by a state if your bar exam application contains facts asked for, but not disclosed in your application for admission. An affirmative response does not necessarily prejudice your admission to Chicago-Kent.

1. Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received a period of supervision for, any offense other than a minor traffic or parking violation, or is any charge now pending against you concerning such an offense? (A "minor traffic violation" is a violation for which only a citation was issued, e.g., speeding. You must report any other traffic offense, including any offense in which acting under the influence of a drug or alcohol was an element of the offense.) You must disclose each instance, regardless of whether a conviction was reversed, set aside or vacated, or the record sealed or expunged. If yes, give details on an electronic attachment, including a description of the incident, the exact charge, and final resolution.

Have you ever been dropped, suspended, placed on academic or social probation or warning, or otherwise disciplined by any college or university, for any reason? If yes, give details on an electronic attachment.
Have you ever been suspended, placed on probation or warning, or otherwise disciplined by any professional organization or state agency charged with reviewing professional conduct or are any charges or proceedings that could culminate in such sanctions pending?

If yes, give details on an electronic attachment.

Admissions Policy

Admission to Chicago-Kent is competitive, with many more applicants than seats in the entering class. Students are admitted to the law school based on the information contained in their applications, their admissions test scores (LSAT or GRE), and their undergraduate records. Although the GPA and test scores are important criteria, other qualitative factors are considered. Particular emphasis is given to the nature and rigor of the undergraduate curriculum, writing ability, the personal statement, and letters of recommendation, particularly those from academic sources.

Where appropriate, the Admissions Committee will take into account a change in undergraduate majors; a significant improvement in undergraduate grades; the ability to overcome significant personal, economic, or societal obstacles; and demonstrated leadership ability. For applicants who have been out of school for five or more years, significant success in a rigorous graduate program and/or demonstrated excellence in another field may be viewed favorably in the admissions process. Each file is reviewed individually.

Applicants for admission to Chicago-Kent must have received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university prior to beginning classes at the law school in mid-August. Any applicant who will not have completed his/her degree before the date that he/she expects to start law school should notify the Office of Admissions, in writing, as soon as this fact is known.

Application Procedure

Please be certain to read each question carefully and make certain that you have completed every item on the application so that review of your application is not delayed. All materials submitted with, or in support of, an application become the property of Chicago-Kent and are not returnable.

It is your responsibility to make sure that all statements that you make on the application are accurate and complete. You are required to inform us, in writing, of any changes in the information you have provided. Any failure to supply accurate, complete, or updated information may result in a filing of applicant misconduct with LSAC, withdrawal of any offer of admission, or cancellation of registration, and may be a violation of the Chicago-Kent College of Law Code of Conduct. It may also jeopardize your eventual admission to the bar.

Information on sex, age, ethnic origin, and citizenship status that Chicago-Kent is legally required to collect in order to comply with applicable federal regulations pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended by Executive Order 11375 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 86, 45 C.F.R. is not mandatory. All information is confidential and will not be used to discriminate in admission to or participation in any of the educational programs or activities offered in the colleges of Illinois Institute of Technology.

An application is considered complete only when we have received all of the documents described below. There is no application fee.

1. Application for Admission

You should complete, electronically certify, and submit your application to the Office of Admissions as soon as possible after September 15, and preferably before the suggested application deadline. First-year applicants are considered only for the current year and only for entry in the fall semester. Students admitted to the fall entering class may elect to begin their studies early through the optional summer start program.

Priority Application Deadline: December 31

Applicants who submit all required application materials by December 31 will receive an admissions decision no later than February 15. Applicants may be admitted, denied admission, or placed on the waitlist for further consideration later in the application cycle.

Suggested Regular Application Deadline: March 15

Although the Admissions Committee will continue to consider applications throughout the spring and summer, we strongly suggest that you submit and complete your application file as early as possible in the admissions cycle and preferably before the suggested application deadline.

We will accept scores from the spring administrations of the LSAT, however your file will be reviewed later in our admissions cycle. We encourage applicants to take the test on one of the earlier dates.

2. Personal Statement

A personal statement is required of all applicants. The Admissions Committee believes that all relevant factors should be considered when evaluating each application. You may want to use the personal statement to elaborate on significant personal or professional accomplishments, to describe your reasons for pursuing a law degree, to discuss the social, physical, or economic obstacles you may have had to overcome, to explain a particular part of your transcript or application, or to provide supplemental information that will help the Admissions Committee evaluate your application. The statement should be written in your own words and should be approximately two to three typewritten pages in length, double-spaced.

An addendum may accompany the personal statement. You may also submit an optional essay of no more than one page describing the reasons for your application to Chicago-Kent.

Applicants to the part-time day division must also submit a Part-time Day Supplemental Statement in addition to the personal statement. This statement may be submitted in section 1 of the Chicago-Kent online application.

3. Resume

A current resume or curriculum vitae is required and must be electronically attached to the application for admission. It should not exceed two pages in length. In addition to employment history, you may wish to include extra-curricular activities, scholarships, honors, and community service or volunteer activities.

4. Letters of Recommendation

Letters of recommendation play a useful role in the selection process, and the Admissions Committee requires all applicants to submit at least one letter. You may submit a maximum of two letters of recommendation with your application. The most helpful letters are written by professors who have taught you in substantive, upper-level college or postgraduate courses and who can provide candid and thoughtful evaluations of your academic ability and potential for the study of law. We realize that some applicants, especially those who have been out of school for a number of years, may have difficulty finding an academic recommender. If that is the case, letters from employers or others who have worked closely with you will be helpful.

Applicants must submit letters through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service that is included in your CAS registration.

Federal law gives students in attendance at Chicago-Kent the right to review letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf, unless that right is waived. While applicants are not required to make such a waiver, they are advised that some people may not be willing to provide a recommendation in its absence. The letter of recommendation forms have a place to mark your preference. Please mark them before giving them to your recommenders.

4. Credential Assembly Service (CAS)/Transcripts

All candidates, including those submitting GRE scores, must register with the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) and have official transcripts sent directly to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended. Further information can be obtained from the LSAC website.

International Transcripts

Applicants who have completed more than one year of postsecondary work outside the United States (including its territories) or Canada must have their academic records translated and evaluated, at their own expense, and sent to Chicago-Kent. Applicants must submit their transcripts through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service. Applications will not be reviewed without a complete CAS report.

Applicants are exempted from this requirement if the total amount of work completed at all international institutions combined is the equivalent of one year or less of undergraduate study in the United States, its territories, or Canada. This exemption includes international work completed through a study-abroad, consortium, or exchange program sponsored by a U.S. or Canadian institution, where the work is clearly indicated as such on the home campus transcript.

Chicago-Kent may grant advanced standing to applicants who hold a first degree in law from a non-U.S. law school. Chicago-Kent may grant up to 29 credit hours based on the applicant's prior legal study. You may visit our website for additional information about advanced standing for foreign law graduates.

5. LSAT/GRE Test Scores

All applicants must submit the results of either an LSAT or GRE exam taken within the last five years.

Applicants who take the LSAT will have their test results reported as part of their Credential Assembly Service (CAS) report. Applicants who take the GRE must arrange for an official score report to be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to Chicago-Kent. The institution code for Illinois Institute of Technology (Chicago-Kent's parent university) is 1318. No department code is required.

If an applicant has taken the LSAT, that score will be the primary test for admissions purposes and the GRE score (if provided) will be considered as supplemental information. If an applicant has only taken the GRE, the Admissions Committee will consider each individual section score with particular weight given to the quantitative score.

If an applicant takes the LSAT more than once, the Admissions Committee may consider the average score, the more recent score, or the higher score, depending on individual circumstances. Preference is typically given to the highest score earned. Unless otherwise instructed, we will forward your application to the Admissions Committee as soon as we have at least one official LSAT score on file.

If an applicant takes the GRE more than once, the Admissions Committee will consider each individual score with preference given to the highest score earned. Applicants who are applying with only a GRE score must submit the results of all GRE exams taken within the past five years.

Reapplication for Admission

Applicants who wish to reapply for admission must submit the current application form, an updated personal statement and all other required application materials. The LSAT/GRE need not be retaken if the test was taken within the last five years. However, applicants must have an active subscription with the LSAC Credential Assembly Service and purchase a new report, making certain that the report includes an analysis of all undergraduate credits earned.

Full-Time and Part-Time Divisions

Chicago-Kent offers full-time day, part-time day, and part-time evening divisions. Entrance requirements are the same for all divisions, and the full-time faculty teaches in all three. Enrollment in the part-time day division is limited, and seats are reserved primarily for students whose personal circumstances prevent them from attending the part-time evening division. Part-time day division students attend courses with students enrolled in the full-time day division.

You must indicate on your application the division for which you wish to be considered. In accordance with Law School policy, students who take more than 13 credits in a semester are not permitted to work more than 20 hours a week. Full-time students are discouraged from working in their first year. First-year students who find it necessary to work more than 20 hours per week must enroll in either the part-time day or evening division. Upper-level students who find it necessary to work more than 20 hours a week must limit their course load to no more than 13 credits.

Students may apply to transfer from one division to another after the end of their first academic year. Additional information about the full-time and part-time divisions is available on our website.

Decision Notification

Admissions decisions are announced in writing only and will be released both online through Applicant Status Online (ASO) and by e-mail after November 1. The Office of Admissions uses email as one of the primary methods of communicating with applicants. Please be sure to check your email regularly. Information about applicants is not released to third parties. Decisions are made continuously until the Admissions Committee has reviewed all completed applications. The Committee does not review applications that are incomplete.

After an applicant's file has been reviewed by the Admissions Committee, a decision is made to admit, deny admission, or place the applicant on the waitlist for further consideration later in the admissions process. Applicants are advised of the decision, including placement on the waitlist. Candidates whose qualifications place them in the middle of the applicant pool are more likely to receive a waitlist decision.

Admission is subject to approval by the dean, pursuant to policies established by the faculty of the law school, and the officers and trustees of Illinois Institute of Technology.

Deposits

Each applicant who is accepted is required to submit a $750 nonrefundable tuition deposit. The deposit may be paid in two installments and is due on the dates stated in the acceptance letter. Applicants who submit the deposit in full by the first deposit deadline may pay a discounted total deposit of $600. These deposits guarantee a place in the entering class and are applied to the first semester's tuition. Applicants who miss a deposit deadline risk losing their seats in the entering class as well as any scholarship offers that may have been made to them.

A medical form and final official transcripts are required of all entering students.

Bar Examination Requirements

Admission to Chicago-Kent is independent of, and does not guarantee, admission to any state bar. For students interested in the bar admission requirements of the State of Illinois, that information is available on the Illinois Board of Admissions to the Bar website.

Financial Aid

The Office of Financial Aid is dedicated to assisting students with financing their education and making informed responsible decisions. A variety of loans are available to help students in achieving their goals. Chicago-Kent determines all applicants' needs through a uniform system of analysis. Information about financing law school and the financial aid application process is available on our website.

Chicago-Kent sends financial aid application information to all students who have been admitted to the entering class. It is important to remember that applying for federal and private loans is a separate procedure from applying for admission. In order to receive timely financial aid award information, we suggest that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) be submitted as soon as possible after October 1. For information about the FAFSA, visit https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

Scholarship Assistance

Chicago-Kent College of Law provides a range of scholarships to reward academic performance and to help reduce financial need. All new first-year students are automatically reviewed for available merit scholarships as part of the admissions process and are not required to submit financial aid documents unless specifically seeking student loans or consideration for need-based scholarships.

Students selected to receive merit scholarship awards are typically notified in the letter of acceptance. Awards range from first-year grants to renewable full- and partial-tuition scholarships, and are based on factors that include academic achievement, test scores, leadership ability, and potential contributions to the law school community.

Admitted first-year full- and part-time J.D. applicants with significant financial need may apply for need-based scholarship assistance. Awards are extended as three (or four) year scholarships and are renewable annually as long as the recipient is enrolled in classes at Chicago-Kent. Award determinations will be made based on the information submitted on the FAFSA and on the need-based scholarship application and will also consider merit scholarship aid the applicant is receiving.

The Chicago-Kent Honors Scholars Program provides renewable scholarships of full tuition and special seminars to a select group of students who demonstrate exceptional academic and leadership ability. Additional information about the Honors Scholars Program is available on our website.

Equal Opportunity

As a member of the Association of American Law Schools and in conformity with its bylaws, the faculty of IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law has adopted the following policy: Chicago-Kent College of Law provides equality of opportunity in legal education for all persons, including applicants for admission, enrolled students, and graduates, without discrimination or segregation on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, handicap or disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Students with Disabilities

Chicago-Kent ensures equal educational opportunities for students with disabilities. The law school building is fully accessible, and on an individual basis we provide reasonable accommodations to all students with permanent or temporary disabilities. Applicants are not required to indicate whether they have a disability. Applicants who do wish to have a disability taken into account in the admissions process should provide information regarding their disability and explain why it should be considered as a factor. All information will be treated as confidential.

Some applicants have disabilities that may require accommodations if the applicant enrolls at Chicago-Kent. In these cases, applicants may indicate the disability in their application or inform the law school once they are admitted. All students who are admitted to Chicago-Kent are advised to contact the Illinois Tech Center for Disability Resources if they have a disability that may require accommodations. For additional information, visit www.iit.edu/cdr.

Useful Links

Academic Calendar

The current Chicago-Kent College of Law Academic Calendar is available online at https://kentlaw.iit.edu/law/about/directories/office-academic-affairs/academic-calendars.

ABA Standard 509 Required Disclosures

The American Bar Association requires law schools to publish consumer information to assist prospective students. You may visit the Chicago-Kent website for current consumer information.

Housing Information

Housing in Chicago is plentiful and relatively affordable for a large city, and the law school is easily accessible by public transportation from most areas of Chicago and its suburbs. You may visit our website for detailed housing information.

Tuition & Fees

Information about tuition and fees for the JD program for the current academic year is available on our website.

Rights Reserved

Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology reserves the right to change without notice any statement in this application or its instructions concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, tuition, fees, curriculum, and courses. Changes will be duly published.

Contact Information

Chicago-Kent College of Law
Illinois Institute of Technology
565 West Adams Street
Chicago, Illinois 60661-3691
312.906.5000; 312.906.5230 TDD
Office of Admissions
312.906.5020

Contact information for other law school departments is available in the Departmental Directory.

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St. Thomas (Minnesota)

If you answer "yes" to any of the following questions, you must include an attachment describing the dates, circumstances, causes, and outcomes, related to the event. Failure to provide truthful answers or failure to inform the Office of Admissions of any updates or changes to your answers may result in the revocation of admission or disciplinary action by the University of St. Thomas School of Law or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek admission.

As many of the graduates from the University of St. Thomas School of Law apply for admission to the Minnesota Bar, these character and fitness questions closely track the questions that the Minnesota Board of Law Examiners asks as part of the bar application process if you apply for admission to the Minnesota Bar. The full set of Minnesota Bar Application Character and Fitness questions can be found at this link: https://ble.mn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Sample-Minnesota-Bar-Application.pdf

Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Have you EVER been charged with, arrested for, pleaded guilty to, or been convicted of:

a) a felony or the equivalent,
b) a gross misdemeanor or the equivalent, or
c) any violation of ANY law (other than a non-criminal traffic/vehicle violation). (Common examples of other non-traffic violations that must be disclosed here, even if the citation was non-criminal, include underage drinking, public intoxication, and disorderly conduct.) (You MUST disclose this requested information even if the charges were dismissed or you were acquitted, the conviction was stayed or vacated, the record sealed or expunged, or you were told by anyone, including a judge or attorney, that you need not disclose this information.)

Have you EVER been ticketed for, cited for, charged with, arrested for, pleaded guilty to, or been convicted of a violation of ANY traffic or vehicle law, other than a paid parking violation or a criminal offense already disclosed in the prior question, or has your driver?s license EVER been canceled, suspended, or revoked for any reason? )You MUST disclose this requested information even if the charges were dismissed or you were acquitted, the conviction was stayed or vacated, the record sealed or expunged, or you were told by anyone, including a judge or attorney, that you need not disclose this information. This question includes both moving and non-moving violations (such as vehicle registration, inspection, or equipment violations), as well as any unpaid parking violations.)
Are you currently under court jurisdiction regarding any violation or alleged violation of law due to court ordered probation of any kind, a diversion program, a continuance for dismissal, a suspended prosecution, or any other type of case resolution that remains ongoing or pending?
Have you EVER been accused of, charged with, or found to have committed civil fraud, criminal fraud, misconduct, or dishonorable conduct in ANY legal, administrative, or military proceeding, or in any decision or finding made by an administrative agency:

a) in your individual capacity?

b) as an officer or director of a corporation, as a member of a partnership, or as a fiduciary of a trust?

Have you EVER been warned, placed on probation, suspended, requested to discontinue your studies, allowed to discontinue your studies in lieu of discipline, expelled, dismissed, or otherwise disciplined, by a post-secondary school, college, university, or law school due to:

a) academic performance?

b) conduct in any way related to alcohol or other drugs?

c) any other reason?

Have you EVER been discharged or terminated from any employment or other work position for any reason of have you EVER been requested (formally or informally) to resign from or terminate any employment or other work position?( This question includes positions as an employee and other positions as an independent contractor, intern/extern, volunteer worker, etc.)

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American

Please read this carefully; your application will not be reviewed if left unanswered. Reporting responsibility to state bars mandates that you fully and completely answer the following questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the following questions, please attach electronically a detailed explanation. The obligation to provide truthful, accurate, and complete information is a continuing one, which requires you to notify the law school of any changes in your answers to any part of this application that occur after the date of the application submission. Any ambiguity in the questions below should be addressed by contacting the Office of Admissions.

Have you ever been subject to any disciplinary action, misconduct and/or irregularity charges or allegations, placed on academic warning/probation, and/or dismissed from any school, college, university, and/or graduate/professional school or any organization or association, including LSAC, and/or is any such action pending or expected to be brought against you?
Do you have any current criminal charges pending against you in any jurisdiction as well as any instance when you have been convicted or found guilty of a criminal charge(s)? In answering these questions, please disclose any relevant pending charges, convictions, or plea agreements for any felonies, misdemeanors, or other criminal offenses, including any charge of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. You do not need to disclose traffic violations unless they resulted in incarceration, or in actual criminal charges, convictions, or plea agreements. You also do not need to disclose any charge or conviction that has been expunged or sealed by order of a court, provided you have a copy of the order in your possession which you can provide to Washington College of Law upon request.
Have you ever been dismissed for cause from any employment and/or discharged under conditions other than honorable from the armed forces?

Deadlines for First-Year Juris Doctor (JD) Applicants

Early Decision Option Application (Binding) - December 12 (Round 1) or February 10 (Round 2)

PIPS Scholarship Application - January 31

Please refer to https://www.wcl.american.edu/impact/initiatives-programs/publicinterest/pipsscholarship/ for requirements and details.

Priority Application - March 1

Financial Aid Priority Filing - March 1

JD applications received by the fee waiver deadline listed on our website will have the $70 application fee automatically waived.

Please read the admission and financial aid information on our website before completing application materials (https://www.american.edu/wcl/school/admissions/jd-admissions/). All materials submitted by the applicant become the property of the law school/university and cannot be returned or forwarded to a third party.

Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.american.edu/wcl/school/admissions/jd/apply/first-year/faq.cfm
All application materials must be submitted electronically via the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) or Educational Testing Service (ETS; for GRE scores only). All unsolicited materials will not be reviewed by the Committee on Admissions.
- For applicants submitting GRE scores, please ensure you send them to American University Washington College of Law. Our school code is 4203.
An email confirming receipt of your application will be sent within two weeks of submission.
First-year JD students are only eligible to enroll for the fall semester.
All applicants must select either the full-time or part-time program on the application. Regular decision applicants cannot apply for both programs. Early Decision applicants may choose to be considered for both programs on the Early Decision certification form (the program selected on your application is considered your first choice).
Dual Degree Applicants: If you wish to be considered for one of our dual degree programs with American University, (JDMA in International Affairs, JDMBA, JDMPP, JDMPA, or JDMS in Justice, Law & Criminology), on the law school application form under Program Selection, click the Full-Time (Dual Degree Option) to see the list of dual degree programs and select one. All dual degree applicants will need to also submit the corresponding graduate school's application linked on the graduate school's website.
For details: https://www.american.edu/wcl/academics/degrees/dual-degree/index.cfm
Early Decision Option (EDO) Applicants: please review the information regarding binding EDO posted on our website (https://www.american.edu/wcl/school/admissions/jd/apply/first-year/early-decision.cfm).
All applicants must respond to all Character and Fitness questions and must submit a detailed electronic attachment for each "yes" response.
Public Interest/Public Service (PIPS) Scholarship applicants must complete the PIPS scholarship application in addition to the general application for admission by January 31 (https://www.american.edu/wcl/impact/initiatives-programs/publicinterest/pipsscholarship/application-and-selection-process.cfm).
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the AUWCL Need-Based Aid Application must be filed by March 1 for priority consideration of available funds.

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Mercer

Please take your time and answer these questions carefully. Each question must be answered yes or no before your application will be processed.

If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, you must provide a complete explanation. Because of the high ethical standards to which lawyers are held, the failure to disclose an act or event such as the ones described below is often more significant and leads to more serious consequences than the act or event itself. Failure to provide truthful or complete answers or failure to inform the Admissions Office of any changes to answers may result in denial of admission, revocation of admission or disciplinary action by the Law School, or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek admission.

In accordance with standard requirements for bar admission, you must disclose each instance even though the charges may have been dismissed or you were acquitted or allowed to plead nolo condendere or adjudication was withheld or a conviction was reversed, set aside, or vacated or the record sealed or expunged regardless of whether you have been told by anyone, including a judge or a lawyer, that you need not disclose any such instance.

In addition to the character and fitness requirements listed above, any conduct or behavior that could call into question your ability to practice law in a competent, ethical, and professional manner, including the inappropriate use of social media, may result in denial or revocation of admission.

Have you ever been detained, arrested, formally accused, cited, or prosecuted for the violation of any law (excluding traffic offenses)?
Has your driver's license ever been suspended or revoked? Have you ever been charged with or cited for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
Excluding parking violations, have you been cited or charged with more than five traffic violations within the past five years (including violations to which you were allowed to enter a "nolo contendere" plea)?
Have you ever been dropped, suspended, warned, placed on scholastic or disciplinary probation, expelled, or requested to resign from any college, university, or law school, or otherwise subjected to discipline by any such institution, or requested or advised by any such institution to discontinue your studies therein? Please review all transcripts before answering.
Have you ever been formally charged with plagiarism, cheating, lying, or otherwise taking unfair advantage of fellow students at any college, university, or law school you attended or are presently attending?
Regardless of whether the record has been expunged, cancelled, or annulled, or whether no record was made, have you ever been subject to proceedings before a school honor court or council (or any similar body?)
Excluding a license to practice law, have you ever applied for a state or local license in order to pursue a career, such as real estate license, a professional license, etc.?

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Michigan State

As part of the Admissions process, we require applicants to answer questions which mirror those commonly asked by state bar authorities in the law licensure process. Your answers in this application must be consistent with your future bar application, but admission to law school does not guarantee admission to the bar of any jurisdiction.

If you answer "yes" to any question in this section, you must submit an addendum with your application. Addendums should include a brief description of each incident, including its date and location (city/state), and a full account of the outcome, including, if applicable, the location of the court with jurisdiction over the matter. We recommend obtaining and keeping official documentation of the final disposition or relevant police reports from each incident for your records which, in some cases, may be required by the Admissions Committee.

Affirmative answers to the questions below do not necessarily preclude or prejudice admission to MSU Law. However, a failure to adequately disclose information required by this section could result in withdrawal of your offer of admission, dismissal after matriculation to MSU Law, or denial of the opportunity to take a state bar exam. Please contact our Office of Admissions with any questions about what you must disclose or how to format that information.

Applicants must inform the MSU COL Office of Admissions of any changes to their character and fitness record (e.g., amendments, updates, or new incidents) before matriculation at MSU Law. Once enrolled, students must notify the MSU Law Associate Dean for Academic Affairs of any changes to their character and fitness record.

1. Have you ever been cited, arrested, taken into custody for, indicted for, charged with, convicted of, or pled guilty to violation of any law or been the subject of a juvenile delinquency or youthful offender proceeding? (MSU Law requires disclosure of all traffic violations excluding parking violations, although repeated parking violations should be included if they resulted in misdemeanor charges. The entry of an expungement or other order sealing or purporting to authorize any person to deny the existence of such matters does not relieve your duty to disclose the matter in this application).

2. Have you ever been subjected to disciplinary or academic action by a college or university (such as reprimand, probation, or suspension) or are there any disciplinary or academic charges or investigations pending or expected to be brought against you? Your response to this question must include disclosure of any such actions related university dormitories or housing.

3. Have you ever been subject to disciplinary action by an employer, suspended from practice, reprimanded, censured, removed, or disciplined by any professional organization or state agency, military discipline action or charged with reviewing professional conduct?

4. Are any of the issues listed above still pending? Examples include incidents that resulted in you being on presently active probation or court supervision.

5. Have you ever filed bankruptcy or been in default on any loans (including student loans)?

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION:

FIRST YEAR JURIS DOCTOR LAW STUDENT APPLICATION

We welcome your interest in Michigan State University College of Law (MSU Law). Applicants must have earned a bachelor?s degree or be participating in an approved 3+3 pathway program to qualify for enrollment in the first-year Juris Doctor program. You may apply prior to completing your bachelor's degree. All applicants must take a Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and must register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).

MSU Law considers numerous factors in the admission process, including demonstrated academic success, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, and the applicant's examples of written expression. Importantly, MSU Law bases its decision on all materials submitted on behalf of each applicant. Our holistic review recognizes the whole student, and we seek individuals who will positively contribute to the MSU Law community and to the legal profession, based on their unique personal and professional experiences, and any challenges or obstacles overcome.

Please provide complete information for each question in the spaces provided. Please answer all questions fully and accurately. You may attach additional pages (as an upload in the Supplemental Addenda section) to complete or elaborate on this information.

Required applications components:

Completed Application Form
LSAT Score
Transcripts: With Credential Assembly Service (CAS) registration through LSAC, you must provide an official copy of all transcript(s) to LSAC. You must earn a four-year undergraduate degree, or the foreign equivalent, from an accredited institution, prior to enrollment.
Letters of Recommendation (LOR): MSU Law requires two LOR's but will accept up to four. LOR's must be dated and signed. LOR's must be submitted through LSAC's LOR Service and should provide insight regarding an applicant's relevant skills and qualities. Letters from relatives are not permitted.
Résumé: MSU Law requires a one-page professional résumé. Legal experience is not required for application or admission. Do not include your photo.
Personal Statement: MSU Law requires that every applicant submit an original example of written expression. The purpose of this personal statement is to provide you with an opportunity to submit information that you deem important to your candidacy. You may wish to describe your experiences and interests, whether they be intellectual, personal and/or professional, and how you will be a contributing member of the MSU Law community and legal profession. Please try to limit your statement to two- or three double-spaced pages in 12-point font with one-inch margins.
Supplemental Addenda: Supplemental Addenda: If you wish, you may write additional essays to provide MSU Law with additional relevant information that you were not able to include in your personal statement. Please include the essay(s) with your application by electronically attaching it to your application before submission through LSAC. You may answer more than one essay topic if you choose. Please limit any supplemental essay(s) to one page, double-spaced and titled if appropriate.

Circumstances affecting your academic or standardized exam performance, including insight on how you have addressed and overcome these obstacles.
Detailed explanations for any "yes" answer in the Character and Fitness (C&F) section.
Describe a significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge.
What strength or quality do you possess that most people may not see or recognize?
What don't we see in your application file that you would like to share with MSU Law?

International Applicants: International Applicants: If English is not your first language, AND you have not earned a baccalaureate or graduate degree from a U.S. educational institution, your application must include a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of 100 or higher or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 or higher. Additionally, if your post secondary work was completed outside of the U.S. or Canada, you must use the LSAC JD Credential Assembly Service to evaluate your university transcript.
Application Fee: Application Fee: MSU Law requires an application fee of $60. If you are unable to submit this fee, you may request a fee waiver by contacting admiss@law.msu.edu before submitting your application through LSAC.

State Bar Application

Each jurisdiction has standards relating to character and fitness that aspiring attorneys must meet for admission to the bar. In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

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Washburn

Because of the high ethical standards to which lawyers are held, failure to disclose a matter such as those described in the questions below may lead to more serious consequences than the matter itself. Please make full disclosure even if you have been advised by a lawyer, judge, or any other person that you need not disclose. Even if your record has been expunged, you must report the offenses. If you have any doubt whether you should disclose a particular matter, you should disclose the matter. Failure to provide truthful answers or failure to inform the Office of Admissions of any changes to your answers may result in revocation of admission, disciplinary action by the law school, or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek admission.

For any question to which you answer "yes," please provide a full factual description of the incident, including the date and the city/county and state in which the incident took place. Explain the original charge, complaint, or claim against you and the ultimate outcome of the incident. If you were convicted or otherwise received a finding against you, explain in detail. Explain any sentencing, fine, or other discipline you received. Explain whether you have fulfilled the requirements of any sentence, fine, or other discipline.

Failure to provide correct and complete answers to any question on the application or failure to inform the Office of Admissions of any new developments prior to your enrollment that cause your answers to any question to no longer be correct may result in revocation of admission or disciplinary action by this School of Law, including but not limited to exclusion or expulsion. It may also result in denial of permission to practice law by any state in which you seek licensure.

In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners. If you have not completed your sentence or if your crime was a felony, please read the rules for admission to the bar in the state where you intend to practice. If that is Kansas, see Rules 715 and 716.

Despite whether the record has been expunged, have you ever been summoned, charged, arrested, taken into custody, or indicted for driving under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance?
Despite whether the record has been expunged, other than listed above, have you ever been issued a citation, notice to appear or summons, charged, arrested, taken into custody, or indicted for any felony, misdemeanor, or infraction of the law excluding minor traffic infractions?
Have there ever been or are there now any charges or complaints (formal or informal) concerning your conduct as an attorney, as a member of any other profession (including military, teacher, social worker, and police officer) or as a holder of public office?
Have you ever been dropped, suspended, placed on scholastic or disciplinary probation, expelled or been requested to resign from any school, college, or university, or otherwise subjected to discipline by any school or institution or requested or advised by any school or institution to discontinue your studies there for reasons other than failure to maintain a minimum GPA?

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Chapman

Each law school applicant, as required by the American Bar Association, is advised that there are character, fitness and other qualifications for admission to the bar and is encouraged, prior to matriculation, to determine what those requirements are in the state(s) in which the applicant intends to practice. In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

When a law school graduate applies to take a bar examination in any state, the bar examiners of that state require the candidate to submit a moral character and fitness application. As part of the state bar examiners' evaluation of this application, they also ask the applicant's law school to provide an evaluation of the student's character and fitness to practice law. Most states are interested in character and fitness issues that include, but by no means are limited to, academic dishonesty and prior criminal conduct. Typically, state bar examiners compare a student's answers to the conduct questions on the applicant's law school application to information provided by the student on the student's bar application when assessing the applicant's character and fitness to practice law.

Admission to the Chapman University Fowler School of Law does not guarantee that you will be deemed to have the moral character and fitness necessary for admission to the state bar(s) of your choosing. If you have any concern about your admission to practice due to moral character and fitness issues, please check prior to your matriculation at Chapman's Fowler Law with the state bar agency for each state in which you plan to seek admission after graduation.

In any college, university, or law school that you have attended, are you or have you ever been academically or otherwise disqualified, expelled, suspended, placed on academic probation, been found in violation of an honor code, or been the subject of any disciplinary action, or is any such action, charge, or violation now pending against you? (If "Yes," provide the name(s) of the institution, date(s), and reason(s) in a separate electronic attachment. The statement must accompany the application.)
Have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty to the violation of any law or ordinance, or the commission of any felony or misdemeanor (including any traffic violations) or is any such charge now pending against you? (This may include but is not limited to: failure to appear, driving without a license, reckless driving, etc. If "Yes," for each occurrence furnish a written electronic attachment providing the complete facts, including the date, name, and nature of the offense, the name and locality of the court, and the disposition of the matter. The statement must accompany the application.)
Have you ever entered a plea of nolo contendere to a criminal charge or had a court withhold adjudication after a plea to a criminal charge? (If "Yes," for each occurrence furnish a written electronic attachment providing the complete facts, including the date, name, and nature of the offense, the name, and locality of the court, and the disposition of the matter. The statement must accompany the application.)
As a member of or applicant to any profession, trade, or organization, have you ever been disciplined or suspended, or had a license revoked or denied for any reason, or is any such action or charge now pending against you? (If "Yes," provide the date(s), details of the matter, final disposition, and the name and address of the authority in possession of the records.)

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Dayton

FAILURE TO PROVIDE FULL AND ACCURATE ANSWERS AND COMPLETE DISCLOSURE IN RESPONSE TO THE BELOW QUESTIONS MAY RESULT IN UDSL REVOKING ADMISSION OR IMPOSING OTHER APPROPRIATE SANCTIONS.

Applicants should be aware that all jurisdictions screen applicants on character and fitness issues before admitting them to be licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction. UDSL is under an obligation to provide any information about an applicant's character and fitness to such jurisdictions upon request.

You have a duty to be truthful and accurate, and to reveal the information requested below even if you do not have complete documentation. Please disclose details of the results of any criminal charges. Disclosure is required even if the charges were dismissed, conviction was reversed, a conviction was set aside, a conviction was vacated and even if the conviction was expunged or the record was sealed.

The Admissions Committee reviews applicants based on all information submitted, including character and fitness information. You are under a continuing obligation to notify the Office of Admissions of any changes in your answers throughout the application process and, if admitted, until the first day of class. Once enrolled, you are under a continuing obligation to notify the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs of any changes in your answers to these questions.

Have you ever been cited, arrested, charged, or convicted for any violation of any law including as a juvenile, including traffic violations, but excluding parking tickets?
Have you ever been subject to a restraining order?
Has a professional association or state licensing board ever suspended or revoked a professional license that you held or has such an association or board ever required you to appear at a proceeding where license suspension or revocation was a possible sanction?
Have you ever been terminated, suspended, disciplined, or permitted to resign in lieu of termination from any job, or from any board or volunteer position?
Have you ever been dropped, suspended, warned, disciplined, placed on scholastic or disciplinary probation, expelled or requested to resign, or allowed to resign in lieu of discipline from any high school, college or university, or requested or advised by any such institution to discontinue your studies therein?
Have you ever been the subject of a court martial hearing, dishonorably discharged from military service, received a general discharge or administratively separated from the military service with other than an honorable discharge?
Have you ever been charged with fraud?
Have you ever defaulted on any debt other than a student loan that was not resolved in bankruptcy?
Have you had a debt of $500 or more that has been more than 90 days past due within the past three years that was not resolved in bankruptcy?
Have you ever petitioned for bankruptcy?

If you answered YES to any of the Character and Fitness questions, you must electronically submit a detailed explanation of each incident(s) with the following information:

Date of incident(s) and your age at the time
Parties involved
Description of the incident
Result (expunged, dismissed, conviction, fine, etc.)
Information related to post-sentence events (pardon, etc.)

NOTE:
As you review these questions and consider your past conduct, if you have concerns about character and fitness issues that could arise when you apply to a state board of bar examiners, research that state's bar application and admission requirements. The National Conference of Bar Examiners (www.ncbex.org) provides basic information for each state and may be a place to begin such research. When requested by state bar examiners, the School of Law may be obligated to forward any character/fitness information from your application, including your explanation(s).

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Lewis And Clark

To become a member of the practicing bar, you will have to pass a state bar examination. In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Personnel at that agency are in the best position to give you guidance on the likelihood of your passing that state's character and fitness requirements. Most bar examiners will ask questions similar to those below. State bar admissions agencies may request to see your law school application file and may compare your answers on your law school application to those on your bar application for consistency. If in doubt as to whether to disclose, it is better to err on the side of disclosure. Failure to disclose can sometimes create as much concern on the part of a bar admissions agency as the actual infraction that one fails to disclose. Any discrepancies are likely to result in a thorough investigation by the state bar examiner.

Because individuals with criminal backgrounds are likely to encounter barriers to bar licensure, the following questions are mandatory. Your answers will be considered as one factor among many as part of our holistic admission review process.

If your answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," you must include a detailed statement to your application regarding the matter. Answering "Yes" to these questions will not automatically preclude you from admission to Lewis & Clark.

NOTE: You have an ongoing obligation to notify us if additional events occur between the time you sign this application and your matriculation at Lewis & Clark Law School that fit within the parameters of the questions in the Character & Fitness section of the application.

Have you ever been cited for, arrested for, charged with, or convicted of any violation of any law other than a case that was resolved in juvenile court? This includes traffic violations. If "Yes," please provide an explanation of each incident including the resolution of the action and your reflections on each incident. Note: Include matters that have been dismissed, expunged, subjected to a diversion or deferred prosecution program, or otherwise set aside, except those in juvenile court.
Have you ever been dismissed from, suspended by, or subjected to academic or disciplinary sanctions or reprimands of any kind by any school, college, university, or law school? If "Yes," please provide an explanation of each incident including the resolution of the action and your reflections on each incident. By signing this application, you release us to discuss this matter with the school involved should we feel the need to do so.

Lewis & Clark Law School affirmatively seeks a diverse academic community of students who demonstrate significant professional promise and the capacity for excellence in law school. The school selectively admits candidates who have intellectual talent, motivation, high ethical character, and who come from a variety of academic and professional disciplines. Candidates for admission to the J.D. program must hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.

J.D. APPLICATION TIMELINE

September 15 - Application period opens

Mid to Late December - First admissions decisions sent to applicants

January 15***** - Priority deadline to apply for international applicants

February 15****** - Priority deadline to file federal financial aid applications (FAFSA)

March 15******* - Priority deadline to apply for U.S. applicants

July 1 - Last Day to Submit an application for the following fall

*Due to the complexity of reviewing applications from foreign-students the priority deadline is earlier in the cycle. Applications may still be accepted after January 15.

**Lewis & Clark FAFSA code number is 003197. You can file any time after October 1 of the year before you intend to start law school.

***Applications may still be submitted after March 15, but space in the entering class could be limited.

APPLICANT CHECKLIST OF REQUIRED MATERIALS

Application form.
Resume. Your resume should include your work experience, extracurricular activities, volunteer or community service, special skills, honors, awards, and other outstanding achievements. Include experiences after high school.
Personal Statement. The personal statement provides an opportunity for the Admissions Committee to learn more about you and should include information that is not otherwise apparent in your application. There is no word or page limit, although most statements are two or three pages. The Admissions Committee will read the statement for style, grammar, and content. The statement must be your own work. Applicants should not use generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT) as part of their drafting process.
Why Lewis & Clark Essay. This essay should convey why you're interested in Lewis & Clark.
Credential Assembly Service Report (CAS) - Please sign up through LSAC
The CAS report will contain the following:

LSAT Score - LSAT scores are valid up to five testing years after the testing year in which the score is earned.
Writing Sample -You must have at least one LSAT Writing on file before your application will be considered complete.
Letters of recommendation - Two letters of recommendation are required. These letters will help the Admissions Committee evaluate your academic competence, ethical character, and your professional promise as a lawyer. Letters should be written by people who are well acquainted with you and who can attest to your ability to enter a competitive professional academic program.
Official academic transcripts

TOEFL Score. Required only for applicants whose native language is not English and who received their undergraduate instruction in a language other than English.
Addenda or Supplemental Statements (if applicable). This includes statements regarding one's character and fitness to practice law (see Character & Fitness section of this application); statements regarding previous law school attendance; or other addenda providing the Admissions Committee with additional information the applicant thinks would be useful in making a decision.

Lewis & Clark Law School adheres to a nondiscrimination policy with respect to employment, enrollment, and program. The law school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap or disability, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or military status, and has a firm commitment to promote the letter and spirit of all equal opportunity and civil rights laws.

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New York Law School

The American Bar Association Standards and Rules of Procedure require law schools to secure information regarding character and fitness and other qualifications for admission to the bar in the state in which the applicant intends to practice. Bar authorities and the New York Law School Code of Student Conduct and Academic Responsibility require accurate and complete responses to all questions on both your law school application and, ultimately, on your application for admission to practice law. NOTE: responses to questions on your law school application must be fully consistent with responses to your future character and fitness application for bar admission. Therefore, full disclosure at this stage is essential.

Acceptance by New York Law School does not guarantee certification by state bar examiners. If you are concerned about factors that may affect your eligibility to practice law, you should discuss them with the bar examiners or character and fitness committee in the state and jurisdiction in which you expect to practice. Your answers must be complete and accurate. It is our strong suggestion that you consult academic, legal, and/or military records to determine that you are not making omissions. If you are uncertain about whether an incident must be disclosed with respect to any question in this section, ask our office before completing and submitting your application. You are advised to err on the side of inclusion and disclosure, rather than risking the failure to disclose or the omission of key facts.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ADMISSION TO THE BAR

In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction directly. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners. (Standard 504a).

A:) Have you ever been placed on academic probation, warned, suspended, dropped, expelled, been asked, advised, or permitted to withdraw, or subject to any disciplinary action for academic reasons from any post-secondary school, college, university, professional school, or law school? If yes, attach a supplemental statement that states the facts, including the institution and dates involved, and including insight into the difficulties that led to performance problems.

Or,

B:) Have you ever been disciplined, reprimanded, placed on probation, expelled, or been asked or advised or permitted to withdraw for non-academic reasons from any post-secondary school, college, university, professional school, or law school? If yes, attach a supplemental statement that states the facts, including the institution and dates involved, and including the outcome.

C:) Have you ever, as an adult or a juvenile, been cited, ticketed, arrested, taken into custody, charged with, convicted of or tried for, or pleaded guilty to, the commission of any felony or misdemeanor or the violation of any law, except for minor traffic violations, or been the subject of juvenile delinquency or youthful offender proceeding, or is any such action pending or expected to be brought against you? If you answer yes, attach a supplemental statement that states the charge or charges, the disposition thereof, and the underlying facts, as well as the dates and locations involved and the penalty imposed, if any. We seek your statement and do not wish to receive court documents or letters from counsel.

Notes: Although a conviction may have been sealed or expunged from the record by an order of the court, it nevertheless must be disclosed in answer to this question. An example of a "minor traffic violation" includes parking tickets that have been paid. A matter that is “like” a traffic violation, but does not involve a vehicle must be disclosed. Traffic violations involving alcohol or drugs are not minor. If you are uncertain as to whether a matter must be disclosed in accordance with this question, please ask the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid. We advise you to fully disclose any matter; the outcome does not determine whether the matter must be disclosed.

D:) Were you ever separated from any branch of the armed forces of the United States under conditions other than honorable? If you answer yes, attach a supplemental statement that explains the relevant facts of your discharge. Note: If you have not served the U.S. armed forces, enter an answer of no.
E:) Have you ever been suspended from practice, reprimanded, censured, removed, or otherwise disciplined as a member of any profession, or have complaints or charges, formal or informal, ever been made or filed or proceedings instituted against you in such capacity? If you answer yes, attach a supplemental statement that explains the relevant facts and disposition. Note: This question refers to professions and jobs which require licensure or adherence to ethical codes.

Office of Admissions and Student Financial Services
185 West Broadway | New York, NY 10013
212.431.2888 | 877.937.NYLS
admissions@nyls.edu | www.nyls.edu

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Congratulations on your decision to pursue a law degree, and thank you for your interest in New York Law School! The Admissions Committee look forward to reviewing your file. If questions arise as you complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact our office via e-mail at admissions@nyls.edu or by phone at 212.431.2888, or toll-free at 877.937.NYLS. We also invite you to visit our website at www.nyls.edu.

JD Application

The application for admission to the Juris Doctor (JD) program must be submitted online using LSAC?s electronic application. You may access the electronic application from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) website, www.LSAC.org. Please note that New York Law School does not charge an application fee for the electronic application.

2026 JD Application Deadlines and Decision Timeline

Applications to be a first-year student in either the Full-Time Day or NYLS Pro: Part-Time Evening JD divisions are accepted for fall semester enrollment only. The Admissions Committee begin their review of an application after all required documents are received, starting in November 2025, with decision notification starting in December 2025, and continuing until the process is completed. The final deadline to apply for the fall 2026 entering class is June 30, 2026.

JD Application Requirements

All candidates for JD admission must have earned a bachelor?s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or the international equivalent, prior to matriculation into the JD program. The following are required to complete the JD application for admission:

A completed electronic application for JD admission
A current registration with the Law School Admission Council Credential Assembly Service, including a score from the Law School Admission Test which is preferably no more than three years old
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
A personal statement (12-point font, double-spaced, maximum 2 pages)
A minimum of one, but no more than three, letters of recommendation (you are required to submit at least one letter of recommendation to LSAC)
A résumé or curriculum vitae
Applicants may submit optional statements to provide additional context or information not addressed in the personal statement. This may include unique experiences, academic or testing considerations, or other factors that may assist the Admissions Committee in its review. While not required, an optional statement offers an opportunity to share relevant perspectives that strengthen your application (optional*,* 12-point font, double-spaced, maximum 1 page). Any optional statement(s) should be attached, under separate heading, to your personal statement
For applicants who previously matriculated to any law school(s), a letter of standing from that law school is required and must be emailed or mailed from the school directly to New York Law School Office of Admissions

Law School Admission Council (LSAC)

All candidates for JD admission are required to present a Law School Admission Test (LSAT) score no more than five years old, and to register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Both services are provided by LSAC. Information on the LSAT and CAS, including registration requirements, is available from: LSAC, Box 2000, Newtown, PA 18940-0998; 215.968.1001; www.LSAC.org. Be sure to print out a Transcript Request Form for each institution you have attended and send it promptly to those institutions.

JD Candidates with International Academic Credentials

New York Law School requires that any international transcripts be submitted through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). If you completed any post-secondary school work outside the United States, including its territories or Canada, you must use this service for the evaluation of your international transcripts. An International Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), and will be incorporated into your CAS report. To utilize CAS, log in to your LSAC online account and follow the instructions for registering for the service. When requesting a transcript from a foreign institution, please note that additional time is usually required to receive these transcripts.

If you earned 60 or more of your undergraduate credits at an international institution where the primary language of instruction is not English, you are required to take the TOEFL or the IELTS within two years prior to the date of your application. The minimum required score is 104 on the TOEFL, or 7 on the IELTS. If you are providing a score from TOEFL, you must contact the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and request that they send your TOEFL score to LSAC. LSAC?s TOEFL code is 8935. Your score will be included in your CAS Law School Report.

Note this exception: Applicants who would otherwise need to take the TOEFL because of their educational background are exempt if they have worked in the United States for two or more years at a legally incorporated business.

Prior Applicants

New York Law School does not ?reactivate? prior applications; therefore, any subsequent request for admission requires completion and submission of a new application. In addition, we require (re)submission of all required items and we will not honor a request to refer to the prior application. If your prior attempt at admission was not successful, we urge you to take advantage of this opportunity to submit as much new information as possible, including, but not limited to, new test scores, a revised personal statement, additional transcripts, an updated résumé, and new letters of recommendation.

Application Fee and Seat Deposits

New York Law School does not charge an application fee for electronic application submissions.

If you are admitted to the fall 2026 entering class, you will be required to pay two seat deposits to secure your place. The first seat deposit of $300 will not be required prior to April 1, 2026. The second seat deposit of $500 is due in June 2026. Please refer to the email offering you admission for the exact dates. These deposit deadlines are subject to change, and applicants will be notified of any changes at the time of admission. Seat deposits are non-refundable, and are applied to your tuition and fees.

Human Rights Policy

It is the policy of New York Law School not to discriminate in its educational programs, admission policies, financial aid programs, employment practices, and other school-sponsored activities because of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, immigration/citizenship status, religion/creed, sex, pregnancy/lactation accommodation, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, HIV/AIDS diagnosis, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital, partnership, or parental status, veteran or military status, domestic violence victim, stalking, or sex victim statuses, caregiver status, height and weight, sexual and reproductive health decisions, credit history, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and/or federal law (?Protected Characteristic?). The placement facilities of the School are available only to employers whose practices are consistent with this policy. (In the wake of the 2006 U.S. Supreme Court decision affirming the Solomon Amendment, the faculty of New York Law School voted on March 27, 2006 to suspend its ban on military recruitment on campus.)

Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, relative to nondiscrimination on the basis of sex, or any other aspect of the School?s equal opportunity policy, may be directed to the Associate Dean and Vice President for Enrollment Management, Student Financial Services, and Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and to the Title IX Coordinator, or to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, Washington, D.C.

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

In addition to earning a law degree and passing a bar examination, every U.S. jurisdiction requires that applicants possess the requisite character and fitness, among other qualifications, for admission to the bar. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction directly. Contact information for all relevant agencies is available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners. (Standard 504a)

Admissions Criteria

New York Law School is wholly devoted to recruiting a capable, diverse, inclusive, and well-rounded class who will contribute meaningfully to the culture and community of New York Law School and the profession, and pursue a just and equitable society. Thus, every part of an applicant?s file matters and is reviewed thoroughly.

Candidates interested in New York Law School?s J.D program must have:

· A Bachelor?s Degree or foreign equivalent completed prior to enrollment, and

· A valid Law School Admission Test (LSAT) score

New York Law School takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications and selecting students for our programs. All parts of an applicant?s profile are important in determining admission, including prior academic achievement and their lived experience. Accordingly, we focus heavily on an applicant?s demonstrated commitment to enter the legal profession, their ability to succeed in law school as may be suggested by their academic transcripts and LSAT scores, other achievements and awards or public recognitions, their work history and professional background, personal statements, letters of recommendation, and strong resolve to impact society through the law.

The Law School will look closely at the distinguishing characteristics of the application pool. As New York?s law school, we strive to yield a student body that reflects the communities served by our graduates. Accordingly, maintaining a broad diversity of individuals and lived experiences within our institution is important to the admissions process. There is also focus on leadership, grit, and authenticity. It is the policy of New York Law School not to discriminate in its educational programs, admission policies, financial aid programs, employment practices, and other school-sponsored activities on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, AIDS diagnosis, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or parental status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or any other classification protected by local, state, or federal law (?Protected Classification?).

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Instructions: University of Wyoming College of Law

Application Instructions

We accept applications that have been prepared using the Law School Admission Council's electronic applications service. This service allows you to use your computer to fill out applications. LSAC will then send a printed version of your application to the University of Wyoming College of Law.

The College of Law only admits beginning students in the fall semester, which typically commences mid-August. Students reapplying for admission must indicate the year(s) of prior applications.

Application

Complete the College of Law Application for Admission between October 1 of the academic year preceding, and on or before April 30 of the year of your requested admission. Read the application carefully before completing it. All questions must be answered fully unless the question indicates a response is optional. We do not accept the June or July LSAT for admission in the same year they are taken.

Application Fee

Submit nonrefundable application fee of $50 directly through LSAC, or by check or money order made payable to University of Wyoming College of Law. The University of Wyoming College of Law $50 application fee is separate from the fees LSAC charges.

Personal Information

Applicants are required to notify the College of Law of any changes to their application after submission, including mailing address, e-mail, and telephone number.

Ethnicity and Demographic Questions

While the questions regarding Ethnicity and Demographics require an answer from you (the applicant), the information provided will not be used or seen by the Admissions Committee or Scholarship Committee in the review of your application for admission, and possible scholarship awards. LSAC will release the data from these questions to the UW College of Law after the admission cycle has closed, and only for the purpose of our required annual reporting to the American Bar Association (ABA). The data gathered by LSAC for UWCOL will not be tied to any individual applicant.

Residency

For complete description of residency requirements and tuition determinations, see the University of Wyoming Office of the Registrar policy on student classification for fee purposes located HERE. Residency questions should be directed to the Office of the Registrar (307) 766-5272. Information on all tuition rates are found HERE.

LSAT/CAS

All applicants to UWCOL are required to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). This test should be taken on or before the April administration of the test. All applicants must also register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) for their application to be considered for admission. An applicant from a country other than the United States must also arrange to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) exam and have the score reported directly to the College of Law.

Education

List chronologically all undergraduate and graduate work, including any prior law school work. Transcripts must be sent to CAS by the registrar of each university and/or college attended, and will be combined with your LSAT score(s) and Letters of Recommendation. No action will be taken on this application until your transcript analysis from CAS has been received by UWCOL from LSAC. An applicant from a country other than the United States must provide official transcripts with an English translation from the educational institution(s) he/she attended to earn undergraduate and/or graduate degrees if the CAS report does not provide a transcript analysis for those educational institutions.

Character and Fitness

Answer YES or NO to the listed questions in this section of the application. If your answer to any of these questions is YES, you must include with the application a statement explaining in full the circumstances respecting each YES answer. Please include the date of the incident; the parties involved; a description of the incident; the result (guilty plea, expungement, dismissal, probation, arrest, incarceration, etc.); copy of any official documentation, if applicable.

You have a duty to be truthful and accurate as well as a duty to reveal all information even if you do not have complete documentation. Please disclose details of the result of any criminal charges, even if the charges were dismissed, adjudication was withheld, a conviction was reversed, a conviction was set aside, a conviction was vacated, a conviction was expunged, or the record was sealed. Contrary advice by legal counsel does not exempt you from this requirement. Failure to comply will result in an incomplete application.

Personal Resume

You must include a personal résumé with your application. List and briefly describe up to five extracurricular honors, accomplishments, community service activities or other activities that have been important to you. List and briefly describe all post-high school employment, including your present position. If you served in the military and would like to have your services considered in the application process, include military branch, dates of service, duties and discharge status, and/or current military status.

Personal Essay

You must include with this application a personal essay explaining why you are seeking admission to law school. Please feel free to add information that you would like the Admissions Committee to consider relating to your desire to attend Law School. This essay may not exceed three 8 1/2 x 11 inch typewritten pages and it must be double-spaced. Use nothing smaller than 3/4-inch margins and 10-point font.

Certification

Any false or misleading statement or an incomplete or inaccurate application may be the basis for denial of admission or, if the applicant has been admitted, disciplinary action by the College of Law. All questions must be answered fully and completely.

Letters of Recommendation

A maximum of three (3) letters of recommendation are suggested (but not required) in connection with your application. It is recommended that one (1) letter of recommendation be submitted by an academic reference if you have recently graduated, or will be graduating the year you are applying. Letters can be submitted through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service that is included in your CAS registration. To be considered, letters of recommendation must be received by the application deadline of April 30 through the LSAC CAS Service.

Application Status

Students are encouraged to check their application status through the Online Status Checker link that will be emailed to you. Applicants will be notified by e-mail when their applications are complete. Notification of admission or non-acceptance will be sent by e-mail; admitted students will also receive notification via USPS. Applicants should notify the College of Law of any changes the applicant makes their application, or change in status (i.e. decline of offer, withdrawal of application, etc.).

Mailing Address

University of Wyoming College of Law Admissions Office Dept. 3035, 1000 E. University Ave. Laramie, WY 82071

All materials submitted by the applicant become the property of the College of Law and cannot be returned.

Because of the high ethical standards to which lawyers are held, the failure to disclose an act or event is often more significant and leads to more serious consequences than the act or event itself. Failure to provide truthful and complete answers, or failure to inform the Admissions Office of any changes and updates to your answers, may result in revocation of admission or disciplinary action by the Law School, or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek bar admission. You have an ongoing obligation to report to the Dean's Office any legal infractions that occur during law school.

If you are admitted to the College of Law, this type of information and additional information concerning your moral character and fitness to practice law may be required by the state bar in the state in which the applicant intends to practice law. Every applicant should secure state specific information regarding the character and fitness requirements to the relevant state bars.

Answer ?yes? or ?no? to the listed questions. If your answer to any of these questions is ?yes,? you must include with the application a statement explaining in full the circumstances respecting each ?yes? answer. Please include the date of the incident; the parties involved; a description of the incident; the result (guilty plea, expungement, dismissal, probation, arrest, incarceration, etc.); copy of any official documentation, if applicable.

Have you ever been expelled, suspended, disciplined, placed on academic probation, or received academic warning by any school, college, or university?
Have you ever been charged with, convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty or no contest to any violation of law other than minor traffic violations? Please answer YES even if the charges were dismissed, adjudication was withheld, a conviction was reversed, a conviction was set aside, a conviction was vacated, a conviction was expunged, or the record was sealed.
Have you ever been disciplined by a professional regulatory body for violating standards of conduct, or disciplined by an employer for an employment offense (such as stealing, falsifying records, or abusing intoxicants or drugs)?
Have you ever been convicted of either special or general court martial proceedings, or have you received a military discharge that was other than honorable?

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Because of the high ethical standards governing lawyers, the failure to disclose an act or event, such as the ones described below, is often more significant and leads to more serious consequences than the act or event itself. Failure to provide full and truthful answers may result in revocation of admission or disciplinary action by the Law School, or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek admission. Note: An affirmative answer to any of these questions will not automatically preclude your admission. In addition, as state requirements vary, we advise you to obtain information about qualification for admission to the bar of the state in which you intend to practice.

*If your answer to any of the Character and Fitness questions is "Yes," you must attach an explanatory statement. If you do not attach an explanation, the processing and review of your application will be delayed. Vague statements are not acceptable.

Continuing Obligation to Report Information: Should your response to any of these questions change during the course of your application, prior to matriculation, or while enrolled at the Law School, you must immediately inform the Office of Enrollment Management.

Have you ever been subject to any disciplinary action, placed on academic probation, or dismissed from any school, college, university, or graduate/professional school that you have attended? Is any such action pending or expected to be brought against you? Please provide details including relevant dates, description of the incident, disposition of the incident, and any other relevant details following the incident.
Are you a defendant in a pending criminal matter, or have you, at any age, unless specifically excluded below, been charged with, indicted for, tried for, convicted of, or pleaded guilty to, any felony or misdemeanor or the violation of any law? In your response to this question, disclose any matter in which you were adjudicated a youthful offender or received an equivalent adjudication in another jurisdiction.

Do NOT report:

(a) any matter in which you were adjudicated a juvenile delinquent in Family Court or other noncriminal proceeding;

(b) any citation, ticket or arrest that did not result in criminal charges or an indictment, trial, conviction or guilty plea;

(c) vehicle and traffic matters that occurred more than 10 years before the filing of this application, EXCEPT alcohol or drug-related traffic violations, which must be reported in all cases, irrespective of when they occurred; or

(d) parking violations.

Have you ever registered for or attended any academic course of studies at another law school?
If you answered "Yes" to attending a previous Law School, please disclose the name of the law school here: (maximum characters 100)

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Thank you for your interest in the Howard University School of Law (HUSL). Please read all instructions carefully before submitting your application. The Admissions Committee will not review your application until all materials have been received. If you have any questions regarding the application or any of the requirements, please contact the Office of Admissions before you submit your application by phone at 202.806.8008 or by email at husladmit@law.howard.edu.

Applicants to HUSL are required to use Law School Admission Council's (LSAC) electronic application service www.LSAC.org. Once you pay for and transmit your law school application via LSAC, HUSL will notify you via email of your status.

The information below will assist you in completing your HUSL application.

Application Check List

A completed electronic application will include the following:

The online application for admission

Application fee of $60

Personal statement

Résumé

Answers to ALL questions in the Character and Fitness section.

Character and Fitness attachment explaining any "Yes" responses to questions in the Character and Fitness section.

In addition to the completed electronic application, the following items must be submitted via LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS):

Official LSAT Score

Official transcript(s)

Two letters of recommendation (LOR) (We will accept up to three)

LSAT Argumentative Writing Assessment

Official TOEFL report (if applicable)

Personal Statement

A personal statement is essentially an interview on paper. It provides you an opportunity to describe the uniqueness of your character, abilities, and experience. Your personal statement assists the Admissions Committee in getting to know and understand you as a person and helps us in our efforts to build a diverse class of students. It is also used to assess your writing proficiency. You should discuss those aspects of your background, experience, talents, achievements, and interests that you believe are important for us to know. Your personal statement should also detail your interest in HUSL and explain how attending HUSL will allow you to realize your dreams and aspirations.

Your personal statement should be typed in a 12-point font, double-spaced with 1-inch margins, and no longer than three (3) pages. Your personal statement must be attached to the attachments section of the online application.

Résumé

Your résumé allows you to provide details about your employment history, extra-curricular activities, community service, and hobbies. You should provide comprehensive details about your experiences and include any awards and honors. Your résumé should not include high school information or activities and should explain any periods of time (after high school) that are not accounted for by your educational and employment history.

Your résumé can be more than one page and must be attached to the attachments section of the online application.

Character and Fitness

You are applying to HUSL with the likely goal of becoming licensed to practice law in some state upon graduation. Earning a law degree does not guarantee you the right to practice law. Becoming licensed to practice, in part, requires you to meet the character and fitness qualifications for admission to the bar of the state in which you intend to practice. As a graduate, when you apply to take a bar examination in any state, the bar examiners of that state will ask HUSL to provide an evaluation of your character and fitness to practice law. Additionally, when assessing your character and fitness to practice, state bar examiners will typically compare your answers to character and fitness questions on your law school application to the information you provide on your bar application. Accordingly, it is very important that you disclose ALL information that may in any way reflect on your character and fitness to practice law. This includes, but is not limited to, criminal charges and convictions, academic discipline, military discipline, professional/business/trade discipline, and any other disciplinary proceedings.

In your application, you must answer all questions in the "Character and Fitness" section. For each "Yes" response, you must fully disclose each instance and attach an addendum to provide supporting details and documentation (except expunged or sealed records). A "No" response that proves inconsistent with other information you provide in your application materials or through communication with the HUSL Office of Admissions raises issues of misconduct and irregularities in the admission process and may be referred to the LSAC in accordance with its policies. Such inconsistencies may also result in a denial of your application for admission. If you have any question as to whether you should disclose a given incident, you should opt for full disclosure. If you are uncertain, please contact our office with your questions BEFORE you submit your application. Any "YES" answers to either of the criminal questions, requires additional information: the date(s) of the incident, a complete copy of the original charge or citation, a detailed explanation of the relevant facts/circumstances and specific nature of the incident, how the matter was resolved (including any reduced charges or lesser included offenses); pending matters will require additional information and/or resolution, and any supporting documentation.

Addenda

Addenda are short pieces (typically one to three paragraphs) that provide objective explanations of anomalies. The purpose of an addendum is twofold: to acknowledge an irregularity or perceived "deficiency" in your application and to account for the context in which the situation arose. In other words, this is your chance to proactively address any potential red flags and succinctly explain why an issue in your application should not adversely affect your candidacy. Without excusing or justifying, state the topic and convey clarifying information as concisely as possible.

LSAT and LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Registrations

You must register with LSAC for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Your file is not complete and will not be reviewed until HUSL has received your CAS report -- including an LSAT score, two letters of recommendation, and transcripts from every school attended.

LSAT

All applicants for admission are required to take the LSAT. HUSL does not consider scores from any other graduate admissions test (e.g. GRE, GMAT) when assessing applications for admission. LSAT scores must be no more than five years old at the time of enrollment. Your application is not complete until we receive a valid LSAT score. Please note, if you have an LSAT score on file, but you mark that you are registered for or will take a future test, HUSL will automatically hold your file for review. It is your responsibility to contact our office, via email, if you choose not to take that future test. If you take a future LSAT, did not mark this on your application and want that score to be considered, you must email our office. Also note, HUSL does not accept LSAT scores from the June/July administration immediately preceding the fall semester for which you are seeking admission as a first-time test score. For example, if you are seeking admission for Fall 2026, but are scheduled to take the LSAT for the first time in June or July of 2026, your application will not be accepted.

For more information about the LSAT, including test prep, registration instructions and test dates, please visit www.LSAC.org.

Transcripts

After you register for the CAS, you must have a separate transcript, from all undergraduate and graduate institutions you have attended, sent to the LSAC. This includes:

Undergraduate and graduate schools

Law/medical/professional schools

Schools attended for summer or evening courses.

Schools attended even though a degree was never conferred.

Schools from which you took college-level courses while in high school even though they were for high school credit.

Schools that sponsored your exchange or study abroad program even if course credits are listed on your undergraduate transcript.

Transcripts must be sent directly from the attended institutions to the LSAC. Transcripts issued to you or sent by you will be returned unprocessed. Be mindful, that most schools charge a fee for forwarding transcripts. You can download the transcript request form at www.LSAC.org. Do not send transcripts directly to the HUSL Office of Admissions.

Letters of Recommendation (LORs)

Howard University School of Law requires two letters of recommendation (LORs) in addition to the College Certification but will allow up to three.

For applicants who are currently matriculating or who have recently graduated, we prefer that faculty members or teaching assistants write the letters of recommendation. If you are currently working and have been out of your undergraduate program for longer than 4-5 years, LORs from professional colleagues, employers, and/or supervisors are acceptable. If you are self-employed, please ensure you submit LORs from your clients and/or customers. The LORs should address your academic potential, work ethic, relevant skills and your character. We will only accept LORs that are submitted through the Credential Assembly Service (CAS), which serves all member schools.

Applicants must waive the right to view the letters of recommendation.

Applying as a JD/MBA Student

Applicants interested in obtaining the MBA with their JD must complete and submit separate applications to both the School of Law and the School of Business. The application process and acceptance decisions are separate for each school and admission to one program does not guarantee admission to the other.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

HUSL welcomes applications from citizens of other countries. International students, including those with DACA status, should follow the application procedures established for U.S. citizens.

Foreign Transcripts

HUSL requires that foreign transcripts be submitted through the LSAC CAS. For any post-secondary work outside the United States (including its territories) or Canada, an applicant must use this service for the evaluation of foreign transcripts (exception if the foreign work was completed through a study abroad or exchange program sponsored by a U.S. or Canadian institution, and the work is indicated as such on the home campus transcript). This service is included in the CAS registration fee. A Foreign Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), which will be incorporated into the CAS Report.

To use CAS, log in to your LSAC account and follow the instructions for registering for the service. Be sure to print out a Transcript Request Form for each institution and send it to them, promptly. More time is usually required to receive foreign transcripts. Questions about CAS should be directed to LSAC at 215.968.1001.

Language Proficiency

Applicants whose first language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and earn a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based test or 79/80 on the internet-based test. The test must have been taken within the last two years. Non-native English speakers who have been awarded a baccalaureate or graduate degree from a U.S. university are exempted from the TOEFL requirement.

You must contact the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and request that your TOEFL score be sent to LSAC. You can contact ETS at ETS | Global education and talent solutions. The TOEFL code for LSAC's Credential Assembly Service is 0058. Your score will be included in the Foreign Credential Evaluation document that will be included in your law school report.

Statement of Financial Resources

Any non-U.S. citizen seeking admission to HUSL should be aware of the financial resources required to attend. The current cost of attendance (including tuition and fees) for non-U.S. citizens can be found by visiting Financial Aid | Howard University School of Law. Should admission be offered, you must provide documentation sufficient funds exist to meet the cost of attendance. An international applicant who has undertaken previous legal education in another country may apply to the Master of Laws (LL.M.) program for non-U.S. citizens. Information about the LL.M. program may be found at Howard University School of Law's webpage and search for LL.M. program.

Policy and Procedure on Equal Opportunity in Employment and Education Programs and Activities

Howard University School of Law is committed to a policy against discrimination in admissions and educational programs based on age, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, personal appearance, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, military status, veteran's status, or any factor prohibited by law.

By submitting your application, you agree to abide by Howard University School of Law's non-discrimination policy, which is to provide equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment practices; to prohibit discrimination and harassment in education and employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, handicap or disability, or sexual orientation, personal appearance, family responsibility, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, ethnicity, military status, veteran's status or any other factor prohibited by law; and to promote the realization of equality of opportunity in education and employment throughout the University.

Sex/gender discrimination and sexual harassment complaints should be directed to the Title IX office.

All remaining complaints of discrimination or questions should be directed to eeo@howard.edu.

Disclosure

By signing this application, the applicant acknowledges that it is their own responsibility to meet all admissions and disclosure requirements. Any advice received by an applicant shall have no impact on this requirement that it is applicant's responsibility to meet all admissions and disclosure requirements.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

Below are several questions regarding your character and fitness to practice law. Please be aware that your application will not be prejudiced because you answer "YES" to the questions. HUSL will evaluate your answers within the context of your entire application. HUSL believes your ability to reflect on challenging life experiences and the impact of those experiences on your path to a legal career adds tremendous value to your law school application. Disclosing these experiences will not prejudice your application; however, it is imperative that you understand the ramifications for not disclosing or failing to provide an explanation and any required supporting documentation. If you fail to disclose fully all information in this application, the subsequent background check conducted by the state board of law examiners will reveal the discrepancy between your law school application and your actual record. Any discrepancy may cause further investigation from the state bar committee as they evaluate your character and fitness to practice law. Therefore, the failure to answer completely and candidly all the following questions may result in consequences including, but not limited to, the rejection of your application to law school, expulsion from law school, revocation of your law degree, or denial of admission to a state bar. In addition, earlier attempts to correct a discrepancy are viewed more favorably.

As an applicant to HUSL, you have a continuing duty to disclose and if necessary, to update any conduct under the Character and Fitness section of your application for admission to HUSL from the time you submit this application (including the summer before you matriculate) through graduation from the law school. Disclosures should happen as soon as possible. Post enrollment, you must timely disclose any matter that would have required a "YES" answer to one or more questions under the Character and Fitness section at the time you submitted this application. Disclosures after enrollment should be made to the Office of Student Affairs.

The disclosure requirement means you must disclose matters even when an arrest did not lead to a charge, a charge was reduced or dismissed, you were acquitted or found not guilty, adjudication was withheld, deferred, or diverted, or a conviction was reversed, set aside, or vacated. Disclose all convictions regardless of age at the time. Full disclosure means providing a written statement that is clear, detailed, and completely true as well as supplemental official organization reports (i.e., complete police or administrative documents related to the matter).

Also, it should include all official documentation from the state or administrative body involved in the matter (i.e., court records, arrest records, letters from academic institution officials). The submission of supplemental official organization reports in lieu of a written answer from the applicant is not acceptable. If there are multiple infractions that may impact criminal liability and academic sanctions, you are required to provide only one explanation per incident. You are required to disclose even if you have been advised otherwise by anyone else, including legal counsel. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO DISCLOSE ANY RECORDS EXPUNGED OR SEALED AS A RESULT OF OFFICIAL COURT ACTION. Please maintain proof of expungement.

Have you EVER (either as an adult or juvenile) been charged or convicted of the violation of a law for any offense? Include, without limitation, all felonies, misdemeanors, and major traffic offenses (e.g., DUI/DWI offenses, reckless driving, repeated speeding offenses [more than 5], etc.).
Are there any criminal charges currently pending against you?
Have you ever been sanctioned by an official of any trade school, college, university, graduate school, or professional school? Sanctions include any type of probation, disciplinary action, written warning, suspension, expulsion or dismissal.
Are there any academic or disciplinary charges pending against you by any educational institution?
Have you ever had a professional license suspended or revoked or been subject to disciplinary action by a professional organization, association, or licensing board?
Have you ever been the subject of a court martial hearing, dishonorably discharged from military service, or administratively separated from military service other than an honorable discharge?
Have you ever been involuntarily separated from a job as a result of an accusation that involved fraud, embezzlement, misappropriation, or any other act of dishonesty?
Did you answer "YES" to one or more of the Character & Fitness questions?

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IMPORTANT DATES

September 15 - Application Opens
March 1 - Priority Deadline for Admission & Merit-Based Scholarships*
March 1 - Deadline for Application-Based Scholarships**
July 15 - Final Application Deadline (Application Closes)***

*Applicants must take the LSAT no later than February 2026 to meet the March 1 priority deadline.
**Application-based scholarships are available only after receiving an offer of admission and require submission of additional materials. Applicants are encouraged to submit a completed application for admission no later than January 15 to ensure a decision is rendered before the March 1 scholarship application deadline.
***Applicants must take the LSAT no later than June 2026 to meet the July 15 final application deadline.

SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION

ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
Admitted applicants are automatically considered for academic merit scholarships. Those who submit a completed application on or before March 1 will be given priority consideration for merit scholarship opportunities and will receive a scholarship offer (if any) within one (1) business day of receiving an offer of admission.

Those who submit a completed application after March 1 will be considered for merit scholarships only as funding remains available. While timing varies each year, candidates who apply after April 15 are typically not awarded merit scholarships.

APPLICATION-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
The University of New Mexico School of Law offers various opportunities for application-based scholarships. These scholarships have varying eligibility criteria and require submission of additional application materials. These opportunities are provided only after receiving an offer of admission.

The application for these scholarships will open on January 15, and application instructions will be sent via email to all admitted applicants. Admitted applicants who wish to be considered for named scholarships must submit any additional application materials on or before March 1. Admitted applicants will be notified of any named scholarships by April 1.

APPLICATION COMPONENTS

Your application will not be reviewed for admission or scholarships until all required materials are received.

The Admissions Committee will begin meeting in October and will issue decisions on a rolling basis. Those who submit a completed application on or before March 1 will be given priority consideration for admission and will typically receive a decision within two (2) weeks from the date their file is assigned for review.

Those who submit or complete their application after March 1 will be considered for admission based on the number of seats available at the time of application and may experience longer waits for a decision.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION

Applicants must submit an electronic application available on LSAC.org. There is a $50 nonrefundable application fee.

Application materials and fees submitted directly to the Office of Admissions will not be accepted.

Personal Statement
There is no required topic for the personal statement.

The personal statement should be two (2) or three (3) pages, double-spaced, using standard font and margins. The personal statement should be free of spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors and should demonstrate the applicant's capacity for high-quality written work.

Résumé
A résumé should be well-organized and provide a concise overview of the applicant's academic, work, military, and volunteer histories. Applicants may also include honors, scholarships, extracurricular activities, publications, foreign language proficiencies, and other significant information.

Academic Addendum (optional)
Applicants may choose to provide a brief addendum explaining aspects of their academic performance necessary for the Admissions Committee to understand when reviewing the applicant's file. An academic addendum should be no more than one (1) page, double-spaced, using standard fonts and margins, unless extraordinary circumstances merit a longer explanation.

Lived Experiences Statement (optional)
Applicants may choose to provide a statement sharing any lived experiences which shaped their character and unique ability to contribute to the University of New Mexico School of Law community and to the legal profession.

The lived experiences statement should be one (1) or two (2) pages, double-spaced, using standard font and margins. The lived experiences statement should be free of spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

Character & Fitness:
In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Applicants who answer 'yes' to any of the questions in the Character & Fitness section of the Electronic Application must submit an addendum to fully explain the circumstances, including relevant dates, final dispositions, and other appropriate details. Addenda should be in the applicant's own words. Court documents should not be submitted in place of the applicant's own narrative statement of events.

Many jurisdictions, including New Mexico, require a copy of your law school application be submitted as part of your bar application. Failure to answer the Character & Fitness section of the application truthfully and completely could impact your eligibility for bar admission. Applicants to the University of New Mexico School of Law have a continuing obligation to disclose. If, after submitting your application, circumstances arise that change your answer to any of the Character & Fitness questions from 'no' to 'yes', you must contact the Office of Admissions and provide a written explanation.

CREDENTIAL ASSEMBLY SERVICE REPORT

Transcripts
You must submit, through the Credential Assembly Service, official transcripts from all undergraduate and post-undergraduate institutions where you have been enrolled, even if you did not earn a degree from the institution or the credits from that institution transferred to another institution.

Transcripts sent directly to the Office of Admissions will not be accepted.

LSAT Score
Applicants must have at least one (1) reportable LSAT score. A reportable score is one from a testing date within the past five (5) testing years and not canceled by the candidate. Self-reports of scores viewed prior to cancellation will not be taken into consideration. Applicants may submit the electronic application prior to the release of their LSAT score; however, the application will not be complete until the score has been released to the school.

If an applicant has at least one (1) reportable LSAT score, but plans to retake the LSAT in the future, the applicant must indicate the future test date in the Electronic Application. The file will be held for held for release of a future test score only if the applicant answers 'yes' to Section 5. LSAT, Question 1d. Do you want the admissions committee to hold your file and review after release of your future LSAT score? It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Office of Admissions as soon as possible if this answer changes after submission of their application, but before a decision is received. Decisions of the Admissions Committee are final and not subject to appeal. If an applicant is denied, the Admissions Committee will not re-review an application in the same admissions cycle, even after release of a future test score. Denied applicants would need to reapply in the following admissions cycle.

The University of New Mexico School of Law does not accept standardized tests other than the LSAT and will not waive the requirement of a reportable LSAT score under any circumstances. Self-reports of other standardized test scores will not be taken into consideration.

Letters of Recommendation
Applicants must submit via the Credential Assembly Service two (2) letters of recommendation, though applicants may choose to submit up to four (4) letters. The Admissions Committee expects letters to be academic or professional in nature and strongly prefers letters of recommendation written within one (1) year of the date of application.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in an academic program, or who graduated in recent years, should have at least one academic letter of recommendation from a professor with personal knowledge of the applicant's academic work. Professional letters of recommendation should come from an employer with personal knowledge of the applicant's workday experience, preferably from a direct supervisor. Letters from a professional mentor for whom the applicant has not worked directly are not persuasive. Personal letters of recommendation, such as those from family members or personal acquaintances, are strongly discouraged.

Letters of recommendation sent directly to the Office of Admissions will not be accepted.

CONTACT US
For more information, please contact us at admissions@law.unm.edu or (505) 277.0958.

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If you answer “yes” to any of the below questions, you must submit a statement reciting, in detail, the facts and circumstances of each reported event. The statement should include dates, exact name and location of courts (if any), and final disposition of all matters. Proof of final disposition is required, when availabe. If not available, please explain the reason. Your statement must be attached in order to submit your application. Failure to provide sufficient description and/or explanation of reported events may prompt the Admissions Committee to request additional information from you, thereby causing a delay in the processing of your application.

In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Bar Examiners may ask additional questions beyond those listed on this application. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Please note that in regards to answering “yes” to questions involving academic or criminal records, the Board of Bar Examiners may ask for more detailed or additional information. Inconsistencies between your law school application and your application to the Bar may cause difficulty with bar admission. Failure to make a complete disclosure when answering the below questions may also subject a student to disciplinary action.

1. Have you ever been subject to disciplinary action, including being placed on probation or being suspended or dismissed, for scholastic or other reasons from any of the colleges, universities, or graduate or professional schools you have attended and/or are there any disciplinary charges pending or expected to be brought against you?

If yes, you must attach a detailed explanation. Please note that if you have been academically dismissed from a previous Law School, your statment should explain why your prior disqualification does not indicate a lack of capacity to complete our JD program and earn admission to the bar.

Have you ever, either as an adult or a juvenile, been cited, arrested, taken into custody, charged with, indicted, convicted, tried for, or pleaded guilty to, the commission of any felony or misdemeanor or the violation of any law, except minor parking or traffic violations, or been the subject of any juvenile delinquency or youthful offender processing, including matters that have been expunged or dismissed?

If yes, you must attach a detailed explanation.

Have you ever been named in any lawsuit, litigation, or civil judicial proceeding?

If yes, you must attach a detailed explanation. You may exclude annulment, divorce, and separation actions.

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In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Contact information for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Your answers below will become part of your permanent file and will be reported in response to questions about character and fitness from every state to which you apply for a license to practice law. Many bar admission authorities now compare the applicant's law school application with their application for admission to the bar. For this reason, if there is a question about whether to report something, our advice is to err on the side of disclosure.

For any yes response:

1. Submit a statement explaining the circumstances of each incident.

2. Provide a copy of the judgment and sentence of the court, any documents from the college or university, professional association, or armed forces which relate to your answer. These should be added through the supplemental information section under the attachments tab.

You have a continuing responsibility to update your application if the answers to any of the below questions change between the date you submit this application and the date you graduate from UTulsa Law. If admitted, any changes to your character and fitness answers made after application submission may require a re-evaluation of your application and could result in revocation of admission and / or scholarship.

ACADEMIC SANCTIONS: Have you ever been disciplined, suspended, expelled, dismissed, placed on academic probation, or required to withdraw from any college or university?
CRIMINAL SANCTIONS: Have you ever been arrested for, charged with, or convicted of any misdemeanor or felony? Juvenile records that have been sealed need not be disclosed. Omit traffic violations unless drug or alcohol related.
Have you ever had a permanent protective or restraining order entered against you? Juvenile records that have been sealed need not be disclosed.
Are there any charges pending or expected to be brought against you?
EMPLOYMENT SANCTIONS: Have you ever been denied admission to, been disciplined or censured as a member of, or had your license suspended or revoked from any profession/occupation?
MILITARY SANCTIONS: Have you ever received an other than honorable discharge from the armed forces, been dismissed from the armed forces, or been sentenced in a court-martial proceeding?

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A character and fitness review will require truthful, accurate and complete reporting of all requested information related to past conduct that bar examiners may deem relevant to one's fitness to practice law in most jurisdictions, including (but not limited to) all criminal arrests, charges, plea agreements, convictions, or instances of being taken into custody, as a juvenile or adult; all traffic violations except minor parking citations; involvement as a party to civil litigation; acts of fraud, dishonesty or lack of candor; educational discipline or misconduct; failure to pay financial obligations; and substance abuse. Many jurisdictions require disclosure of all criminal arrests, charges, plea agreements or convictions, as a juvenile or adult, even where the record has been expunged.

It should be noted, however, that while bar admission boards require complete disclosure of requested information, in many instances past relevant conduct, particularly if isolated and/or not recent, has not resulted in denial or delay of admission to the bar in a particular jurisdiction of interest. (This is not to suggest or predict how any jurisdiction's bar admissions board would respond to any applicant's particular conduct disclosures going forward.)

You are encouraged to determine the character and fitness requirements of the jurisdiction(s) where you intend to practice law. If you are uncertain where you will practice law, you may wish to review the Standard NCBE Character and Fitness Application, titled Request for Preparation of a Character Report, which is used by a number of jurisdictions' bar admission authorities. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available at http://www.ncbex.org/.

Applicants must attach separate addenda explaining in detail each instance that necessitates a "yes" response to these questions. It is not sufficient to simply attach court records. Those who provide unclear responses will be asked for clarification and/or additional information.

Applicants should also be aware that this law school application is a "continuing application." Continuing applications require applicants to update their responses to these questions as needed throughout the application process. Should an event occur, either before or after applicants receive their admission decision, that would change their response to a question in their application, they must immediately communicate the details of that event in writing to the Office of Law Admission at lawadm@samford.edu.

CRIMINAL CHARGES: Have you ever been formally accused, cited for, arrested for, charged with or convicted of violating any law, including traffic violations? (All citations, arrests, charges and convictions, whether pending or otherwise, must be noted and explained even if the charges were dismissed, you were acquitted, plead nolo contendere or adjudication was withheld or a conviction was expunged, dismissed, overturned or vacated.)

(You must include the date of each occurrence, explain the circumstances that gave rise to each occurrence, any charges received, and the outcome of those charges.)

ACADEMIC ACTION: Have you ever been academically dismissed, suspended, placed on academic probation or given an academic warning?

(You must include the date of each occurrence, explain the circumstances that gave rise to each occurrence, and the outcome: when or if sanction/probation lifted.)

DISCIPLINARY ACTION: Have you ever been placed on disciplinary probation, accused of violating or found in violation of a school's honor code?

(You must include the date of each occurrence, explain the circumstances that gave rise to each occurrence, and the outcome.)

PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE: Have you ever had a business, trade or professional license revoked?

(You must include the date of each occurrence, explain the circumstances that gave rise to each occurrence, and the outcome.)

Application Instructions

This application is for students pursuing admission to Samford University's Cumberland School of Law as a first-year law student. Please refer to our website for information on transfer and visiting student applications.

Admission Process

Complete applications for admission, accepted between September 1 and May 1, are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their complete application by the priority deadline of December 31, as this will expedite the review process and increase an applicant's chance for scholarship consideration. There is no application fee. The Admission Committee does not interview candidates for admission.

After submitting your application, you'll receive a confirmation email with instructions to track your application status online. The Office of Law Admission checks your application for completeness and will contact applicants via primary email if their application is incomplete or requires additional documentation. Complete applications undergo a holistic review, and decisions (admit, waitlist, or deny) are sent via email and mail. Admitted students are automatically considered for scholarships and notified of awards within 48 hours of admission. After admission, students receive a series of onboarding emails to prepare them for law school. Waitlisted applicants remain under consideration based on class space; denied applicants may re-apply next cycle. Applicants should note that all admission decisions are final. Admission decisions typically take 6-8 weeks.

Admission Policy

Applicants must provide complete, accurate, and truthful responses to all questions. Submitting false, incomplete, or misleading information may lead to serious consequences, including revocation of admission, disciplinary action by the law school, or denial of permission to practice law in the state where you seek bar admission. Additionally, Samford University reserves the right to revoke admission, expel, withhold degrees, or recommend revocation of any degree earned by applicants who provide inaccurate or incomplete information.

To avoid these outcomes, carefully read and follow the application instructions. Ensure your responses are thorough and accurate and note that some questions may require additional documentation.

Applicant Eligibility & Requirements

To be considered for admission to Samford University's Cumberland School of Law as a first-year law student, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Possess a bachelor's degree from a college or university with institutional accreditation prior to entering law school.
Take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) within the past five years.
Register with the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) and enroll in the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) at lsac.org, ensuring LSAC receives and compiles your letters of recommendation, transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, and LSAT score into a CAS Report.
Submit Cumberland School of Law's official application by the specified deadline, including a personal statement, résumé, any required addenda, and a completed CAS report. Additional details about the application can be found in the "Application Materials" section.

Applicants previously enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school must submit an official transcript and a letter of good standing from that institution, while those not in good standing or academically dismissed from such a school are ineligible.

International applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree, evaluated by World Educational Services (WES) or AACRAO through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service, and those from non-English-speaking countries must demonstrate English proficiency with an iBT TOEFL score of 90 (minimum 20 per section) or an IELTS score of 7.0 (minimum 6.0 per sub-score).

Applicant Status

Applicants may choose to attend law school under full- or flex-time status, with the flex-time option allowing a reduced course load, ideal for those with flexible work schedules. Flex-time students attend classes during the day, Monday through Friday. The admission process is identical for both programs, but flex-time students are ineligible for scholarship assistance during the first two semesters.

Application Materials

A complete application that is ready for review includes the following:

Electronic Application: This application allows you to showcase your unique qualities beyond grades and test scores. Along with basic application questions, you will include the following:

Personal Statement
Résumé
Addenda (if applicable)

CAS Report: The Credential Assembly Service (CAS), managed by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), is a centralized system that collects, authenticates, and distributes your key application materials to law schools. The CAS Report is a comprehensive document that compiles your academic and testing records, ensuring consistency and accuracy in the admission process. Register at lsac.org and pay a one-time fee plus per-school report fees. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all items are received by LSAC. The CAS Report consists of the following items:

LSAT score(s), taken within the last five years: We receive all LSAT scores, however we will give weight to your highest score during review. Applicants can elect to have their application withheld from review until a new LSAT score is received. Please note that without notification that the applicant will retake the LSAT, the Admission Committee will consider the highest score on an applicant's CAS report. June 2026 is the final accepted LSAT date.
LSAT writing sample
Two letters of recommendation
Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended

More information about application materials can be found here.

Selection Process

Each year, the number of applications received by Samford University's Cumberland School of Law far exceeds the openings available in the first-year class. The goal of the law school is to select the most qualified applicants possible and to award those applicants a seat in the entering class. It is our belief that we best serve the law school, our alumni and the current student body by choosing wisely those who will carry on the law school tradition.

Along with an applicant's LSAT score and undergraduate GPA, the Admission Committee considers additional factors to measure an applicant's potential to succeed in law school and the legal profession. These include:

The rigor of the undergraduate major pursued.
Upward trends in academic performance.
Involvement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and/or employment during and after undergraduate studies.
Any graduate studies completed.

Additionally, applicants whose backgrounds bring unique and enlightening perspectives to the school will be recognized by the Admission Committee.

Notification from the Office of Law Admission

Applicants will be contacted via email, phone, regular mail or SMS, as needed throughout the admission cycle. Applicants must provide contact information that will remain valid and update it to ensure that they are receiving all communications. All mailings will be sent to the applicant's permanent address.

Emergency contact information is vital to the safety of the students at Cumberland School of Law and must be accurate and current. This information will be used only by authorized Samford University personnel in case of emergency.

Financial Aid & Scholarship Assistance

Information about financial aid and scholarship assistance can be found here.

Equal Opportunity

In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments, the University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, religion, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law applicable to the University, in its education policies, programs, and activities, in its admissions policies, in employment policies and practices, and all other areas of the University. As a faith-based institution, the University is exempted from certain laws and regulations concerning discrimination.

Questions

Direct questions to the Office of Law Admission:

Phone: 205-726-2702
Email: lawadm@samford.edu
Address:
Office of Law Admission
Cumberland School of Law
Samford University
800 Lakeshore Drive
Birmingham, AL 35229

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Answering YES to any of the Character and Fitness questions will not automatically preclude you from being offered admission.

IF YOU ANSWER YES TO ANY OF THE CHARACTER AND FITNESS QUESTIONS, you must attach a statement of explanation for each question you answered yes to, giving full details, including the facts and the disposition of the case. You must divulge all arrests, citations, tickets, and charges either as an adult or juvenile, regardless of the final disposition. You must disclose all incidents where you were formally or informally taken into custody, detained, arrested, restrained, cited, summoned into court, accused, charged, convicted, placed on probation, or supervision in connection with any offense against the law or ordinance.

Pursuant to Indiana Code §35-38-9, you are under no obligation to disclose expunged offenses to the law school as part of your application for admission. However, you are strongly encouraged to do so. Many states bars, including Indiana, require disclosure of expunged and/or sealed records for assessing character and fitness for admission to the bar. As such, admission to law school and completion of JD requirements does not guarantee that you will be able to sit for or be admitted to the Indiana bar (or another state's bar). Please note that expungements and dismissal are distinct. All offenses that have been dismissed, but not expunged, must be disclosed. Please be advised that you will have a continuing obligation to maintain the accuracy of these statements throughout the admissions cycle. If you are offered admission, your obligation will continue after your admission and during your enrollment as a student of our school.

ABA Standard 504. QUALIFICATIONS FOR ADMISSION TO THE BAR: ?In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.?

Please be advised that a condition for admission to the Bar is proof of good moral character. Prior to being certified to sit for the Bar, Bar Examiners may review the information that is contained in your application during their character and fitness investigation. You are advised to check with the board of examiners or supreme court in the state(s) in which you intend to practice law to determine whether any incidents you may have had will preclude your admission to the Bar. Failure to disclose character and fitness issues may also result in the rescission of your admission, dismissal from law school and/or revocation of your law degree.

1. Are you, or have you ever been, the subject of any disciplinary proceedings, academic probation, expulsions, warnings, sanctions, or suspensions from any law school, college, university, or other post-high school educational program?

As a juvenile or adult, have you ever been arrested for, convicted of or accused of any violation of law? Include ALL criminal offenses, e.g., felonies, misdemeanors, infractions, speeding tickets and other traffic offenses, regardless of the final disposition. You must disclose all incidents where you were formally or informally taken into custody, detained, restrained, cited, summoned into court, arrested, accused, charged, convicted, placed on probation or suspension in connection with any offence against the law or ordinance.

Pursuant to Indiana Code §35-38-9, you are under no obligation to disclose expunged offenses to the law school as part of your application for admission. However, you are strongly encouraged to do so. Many state bars, including Indiana, require disclosure of expunged and/or sealed records for assessing character and fitness for admission to the bar. As such, admission to law school and completion of JD requirements does not guarantee that you will be able to sit for or be admitted to the Indiana bar (or another state's bar). Please note that expungement and dismissal are distinct. All offenses that have been dismissed but not expunged must be disclosed.

Have you ever been a party to a civil court case or proceeding, including, but not limited to, all protective orders, small claims, divorce, landlord/tenant, bankruptcy, or guardianship?
Have you ever been discharged or asked to resign from any employment for reasons reflecting on your character, honesty, and/or integrity?
Have you ever been dishonorably discharged from military service?
Are you or have you ever been the subject of any disciplinary proceedings, suspensions, explusions, or warnings by any professional organizations?

Thank you for your interest in Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law! To apply to join our law school community, please complete our application through the Law School Admission Council's (LSAC) Credential Assembly Service (CAS) at www.LSAC.org. If you have not previously met with or spoken to an advisor, please contact us at lawadmit@iu.edu to schedule an advising appointment.

Early Decision

If we are your first choice school and you plan to participate in our Early Decision Program, please mark "Yes" under the question, "Applying to the Early Decision Program?" as well as the confirmation box at the end of the Early Decision Agreement under the following question. By checking the Early Decision Agreement box, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the terms stated in the Early Decision Agreement. Early decision is applicable only for candidates who submit complete applications by November 15, 2025.

International Applicants

If you are an international applicant, you must prove English language proficiency by submitting a TOEFL or IELTS score less than 2 years old. You must have ETS or IELTS send your score electronically to LSAC. An international applicant is defined as an applicant who is a citizen of a country other than the United States or is in the United States, but is not a U.S. citizen or a U.S. permanent resident. If you graduated with a degree from a college or university in the U.S. or other English-speaking country, you may be exempt from submitting a TOEFL or IELTS. Please visit Indiana University Indianapolis' Office of International Affairs, for a list of English-speaking countries that may satisfy this requirement: https://international.indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions/english-speaking-countries-grad.html. In order to give the Office of International Affairs ample time to process the necessary paperwork for the international applicants, international applicants are required to submit a complete application by March 1 and upon admission, complete the IU Graduate CAS application by May 1.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for the 2026 application cycle.

LSAT and GRE Information

An LSAT score or GRE score is required of all applicants.* To register for the LSAT, please visit www.LSAC.org. To register for the GRE, please visit www.ets.org/gre/test-takers/general-test/register.html. For admission purposes, we will use your highest LSAT or GRE score from the past 5 years. Please note, if an LSAT and GRE are taken, the review committee will refer to the LSAT score for admissions consideration. (*Exceptions may apply. See https://mckinneylaw.iu.edu/admissions/jd/prepare-application/direct-admission.html for more information.)

Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

In order to apply, you must also register with the LSAC?s Credential Assembly Service to generate a CAS report. Your CAS report will consist of undergraduate transcripts from all institutions attended, graduate and law/professional transcripts (if applicable), TOEFL or IELTS score (if applicable), your LSAT score(s), and letters of recommendation.

Transcripts

All transcripts must be sent from the institution directly to LSAC. Transcript request forms should be printed from the LSAC website and sent to the registrar(s) of any higher education institution where you earned college credits. Upon graduation, applicants will need to request the degree granting institution to send the final transcript showing the conferral of your degree directly to LSAC. Transcripts sent directly to the law school will not fulfill this requirement.

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are required, but we will accept three. Letters of recommendation should be from people familiar with your work habits, leadership, academic performance, writing skills, character and analytical ability and should not be more than 2 years old. Examples of a recommender are: professor, employer, internship supervisor, college coach, academic advisor. Letters should be requested through LSAC and will be sent directly to LSAC by your recommender upon completion.

Attachments

Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

At Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, we value academic integrity and the authentic expression of each applicant's abilities. While generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly used in various professional and academic settings, their use is not encouraged during the law school application process.

Applicants are expected to submit original work that reflects their own reasoning, writing, and personal voice. During the admission process, all written components of the application--including personal statements, addenda, and other optional statements--may be reviewed in conjunction with the LSAT writing sample, which is completed without the use of AI or other external assistance.

It is important to note that during law school, students are not permitted to use generative AI tools during in-class or take-home examinations. To ensure a strong foundation for success in this environment, we encourage applicants to rely solely on their own skills and judgement when preparing their application materials.

Statements of Motivations & Goals

Numerical indicators (LSAT score, UGPA, etc.) are partially but not completely predictive of an applicant?s ability to succeed at the study and practice of law. Other factors are important in assessing an applicant?s potential to distinguish themselves and engage in the educational process and the legal profession.

The following questions aim to add context to your numerical indicators and aid us in matriculating students who will assist us in fulfilling our mission.

Identify an issue that you feel strongly about. Explain why this issue matters to you personally or socially, and discuss your beliefs and perspectives on it.
Why do you want to go to law school and why do you want to attend IU McKinney in particular?

Requirements: For each statement, please limit your response to 450-words. 10-12 point font, single or double-spaced, 1 inch margins. Upload in any non-PDF format as an attachment to the application.

Resume

Your resume should include your employment history, extracurricular activities, leadership experience, volunteer activities/community involvement, and honors/awards. Upload as an attachment to this application in a non-PDF format.

Character and Fitness

If you respond "yes" to any Character and Fitness questions, you must provide a detailed explanation in a separate document (non-PDF) outlining the situation and the resolution and submit it as an attachment to this application. You have an ongoing obligation to maintain the accuracy of these statements and must update the Office of Enrollment Management in writing of any changes.

Items that must be explained include, but are not limited to: disciplinary action by academic institutions and/or professional associations, discharge from employment, and all criminal and civil matters (juvenile and adult). Criminal and civil matters that you must explain include felonies, misdemeanors, infractions, speeding tickets, DUIs, reckless driving, moving violations, small claims, bankruptcy, divorce, landlord/tenant, protective orders, etc.

Under Indiana law, you are under no obligation to disclose expunged offenses to the law school as part of your application for admission. However, you are strongly encouraged to do so. Many state bars, including Indiana, require disclosure of expunged and/or sealed records for assessing character and fitness for admission to the bar. As such, admission to law school and completion of JD requirements does not guarantee that you will be able to sit for or be admitted to the Indiana bar (or another state?s bar). Please note that expungement is distinct from dismissal. All offenses that have been dismissed must be disclosed.

Optional Statements

An Optional Statement may be included as an attachment to your application if you wish the admissions committee to know any unique skills, experiences, hardships overcome, educational or socioeconomic disadvantages, or any other aspects that have not already been addressed in your application. Examples of optional statements are Statement of Academic Record, Statement of Responsibilities, and/or Statement of Interest Area. The attachment should be no more than two pages in a non-PDF format.

What Happens After Submission?

Online Status Checker

You may check the status of your application online with the Applicant Online Status Checker. Your user ID and password, as well as a link for this feature, will be included in your acknowledgment e-mail once you submit the online application. If you have questions or concerns about your application, you may call our office at 317-274-2459 or email lawadmit@iu.edu.

Review Process

Your application will be ready for review after all required documents have been received. These include the application, statement of motivations & goals, character and fitness explanations (if applicable), LSAT writing sample, and CAS Report (LSAT score, 2 letters of recommendation, and transcripts).

We strongly recommend reviewing your application and supporting documents prior to their submission. In the event that you realize you have omitted something or want to make changes, you should submit the changes in writing to our office by e-mail attachment. We will add the new documents to your file as soon as possible, but we cannot guarantee the new information will make it into the file before file review.

Please keep a copy of the application for your records. Notify the law school immediately in writing if there are any changes in the information reported, including, but not limited to, character and fitness and contact information. Please be aware that this is a continuing obligation throughout the admission process. If offered admission, this obligation continues after admission to the law school and during enrollment as a student in the law school. Information contained in this application may be considered by the bar examination authorities during their investigation of character and fitness for the practice of law. Any intentional or inadvertent misstatement may result in the revocation of your admission and/or law degree.

During our admissions committee review process, we do not conduct individual interviews of applicants. We encourage you to make a strong case for admission in the written materials you include in your file.

Files are reviewed on an ongoing basis and decision letters are also sent out on an ongoing basis. Although we encourage applicants to submit their application materials as early as possible, decisions take on average 4-6 weeks after a file becomes complete. All decision notifications should be made by the first of May, if the application is completed by March 1. We do not give decisions out over the phone.

If offered admission, entering students must arrange for their undergraduate school to submit an official transcript showing the conferral of a baccalaureate degree by the first day of the Fall semester. The official transcript is a required part of each law student's permanent file.

If offered admission, entering students must secure their seat with a $500 deposit. Deposit due date information will be included in your decision notification as well as displayed in your Online Status Fees section of the application status checker. The seat deposit will be applied as a credit to your Bursar account for the fall term.

If admitted, incoming students must complete the online IU Graduate CAS Application to be considered for financial aid and to register for fall classes. There are no fees to submit this application.

Your residence classification for fee-paying purposes will be determined after submitting the IU Graduate CAS Application. To receive residency status you must be living in Indiana for at least 12 months prior to the start of the Fall 2026 semester for purposes other than attending college. Non-resident students who feel that they should be classified as an Indiana resident for fee-paying purposes should contact the Registrar?s Office to submit an appeal.

Scholarships

Scholarships are funded either by institutional sources (merit aid), donor-funded awards, or a combination of both. To be considered for scholarship aid, you must complete the Additional Information for Scholarship Purposes section in the application. Scholarship notifications will be sent out in the spring. In order to have full consideration of scholarship aid, applicants must submit their application by March 1st. After this date, the law school can not guarantee an institutional award.

Financial Aid

U.S. citizen and permanent resident applicants interested in pursuing federal student loans and/or scholarships must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Online application should be completed at Studentaid.gov. Online Link (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa)
Parent information is not required
Select ?College graduate/professional degree? when asked on your education level.
Include the Indiana University Indianapolis school code (001813).

If you need information regarding loan programs, visit the university Loan Information Page (online link: https://indianapolis.iu.edu/cost-aid/loans/) or contact the law school's financial aid advisor by e-mailing lawaid@iu.edu.

Housing

Limited student housing may be available for law students. Contact reslife@iu.edu or call 317-274-7200 for more information. Further housing resources can be found on our website: https://mckinneylaw.iu.edu/admissions/jd/admitted/housing.html

Questions?

Please visit FAQ's on our website, http://mckinneylaw.iu.edu/admissions/jd/faq.html, or contact the Office of Enrollment Management at 317-274-2459 or lawadmit@iu.edu.

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International Students

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

JD Application

2026 JD Application Deadlines and Decision Timeline

JD Application Requirements

Law School Admission Council (LSAC)

JD Candidates with International Academic Credentials

Application Fee and Seat Deposits

Human Rights Policy

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

Early Decision

International Applicants

Application Fee

LSAT and GRE Information

Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

Attachments

Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

Statements of Motivations & Goals

Resume