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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.

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.

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.

Admissions and scholarship decisions are made on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply early in the admissions cycle.

Early Decision and 3+3 Applicants will receive decisions by December 20th.

Regular JD Applicants will begin to receive decisions in January.

Transfer/Visitor Applicant Deadlines:

Spring Semester: December 1.

Early Action Program: March 30.

Regular Action Program: July 1.

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 have 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 your letters of recommendation and analysis of your undergraduate and graduate school transcripts. We require two letters but accept up to three letters of recommendation. 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 the applicant's voice and writing skills as part of the admissions process. Use of AI tools will not, in itself, affect an appllicant's 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. Applicant's will be asked to disclose on the application the extent of their use of generative AI in preparing the application.

Early Decision Process The Early Decision Process is an option for First Year JD applicants who are certain and can certify that they will attend Case Western Reserve University School of Law if admitted.

Applicants who apply under the Early Decision Process must:

Submit their Early Decision Agreement and Application for Admission (including a Credential Assembly Service Law School Report) by November 30; Agree that they will not submit an Early Decision Application to any other law school this year; Agree that if admitted to Case Western Reserve University School of Law under the Early Decision Process, they will withdraw any pending applications to other law schools and not submit any additional applications; and Agree that if admitted to Case Western Reserve University School of Law under the Early Decision Process, they will enroll in Case Western Reserve University School of Law in the next fall semester. Early Decision applicants may be admitted, denied, or held for consideration through the regular decision process. Candidates who meet the requirements for Early Decision Process consideration will be notified of their status by December 20. The seat deposit deadline for candidates admitted under the Early Decision Process is January 15. Students admitted under the Early Decision Process will be notified of any scholarship award prior to the January 15 deposit deadline. Applicants who are not admitted under the Early Decision Process are not bound by this Early Decision Agreement.

Regular Decision Process

Our priority application deadline is March 1; however, regular applications will be accepted until April 1 for the fall entering class. Late applications will be considered after that date, up to August 1, on an individual basis. 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 May 15. Candidates may be placed on a wait list. As vacancies occur up to the date of registration, we draw the best-qualified candidates from the wait list.

3+3 Program Applicants

Students applying for admission as part of a 3+3 program must mark on their application that they are applying for the 3+3 program. The 3+3 program is only available to candidates from specific 3+3 partner schools, including: Case Western Reserve University, John Carroll University, Kent State University, Lake Erie College, Morehouse College, Spelman College, Tuskegee University, and Xavier University of Louisiana. The application deadline for 3+3 applications is November 30th of the third year of a candidate's undergraduate education. Applicants will be notified of their status by December 20th. Prior to enrollment at Case Western Reserve University School of Law a candidate must obtain approval from their undergraduate school to enroll at the law school as part of the 3+3 program.

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. 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.

Transfer Students

Students currently enrolled in an accredited law school may apply for admission with advanced standing. The number of transfer applicants that we accept varies from year to year, depending on the number of spots available in the second-year class. The primary factor in the admission decision is prior law school performance; undergraduate grades and LSAT score will also be considered. In addition to the application and documentation required of JD candidates, transfer applicants must submit: (a) an official transcript of law school work completed, (b) a letter of good standing from their dean, and (c) an official class rank. Transfer applicants must submit a current Credential Assembly Service Law School Report from the Law School Admission Council; we cannot accept a copy of your law school report from your current school.

Early Action Program for Transfer Applicants

Applicants for transfer to the Case Western Reserve University School of Law have the option of applying for Early Action. Early Action Transfer Applications received and completed by March 30 will be reviewed, and decisions will be made by April 30. Completed applications must include final grades from the applicant's first semester at law school. Offers of early decision will be conditioned upon the applicant's successful completion of all first-year courses at the law school from which they are transferring.

Visiting Students

Students currently enrolled in other law schools who wish to take courses here for credit toward the other school's degree requirement may apply to be visiting students. In addition to the application and documentation required of transfer applicants, visitor applicants must submit: (a) a letter from their dean indicating that the school will accept academic credits from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, and (b) a letter explaining their reasons for wishing to take courses here.

Dual-Degree Candidates

Applicants to a dual-degree program must apply separately to, and be admitted by, both the law school and the school that will grant the second degree. This means that applicants must meet the application and admission requirements of each school. To get information about the other programs, review the Dual Degrees section of our website at case.edu/law. Please note, additional tuition charges will apply for dual degree programs.

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.

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 a 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 submitting 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 $300 first deposit and a $400 second deposit to hold their place in the entering class or, if depositing under the First Choice Option, a single $500 deposit. Deadlines for deposits are strictly enforced. Deposits are non-refundable.

First Choice Option

Admitted first-year regular applicants for whom Case Western Reserve University School of Law is their first choice law school are invited to make an early commitment to enroll. First Choice Option students are required to make only one deposit in the amount of $500 by the designated deadline date. Please note the first choice option is an agreement between the applicant and our School of Law. The applicant is making an early commitment to enroll at Case Western Reserve School of Law the fall semester immediately following our offer of admission. The applicant who elects first choice should withdraw any other deposits and not accept a spot on another school's waitlist.

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 a required transcript is 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 the CWRU Law School financial aid applications to all applicants for admission, along with extensive instructions.

By May 1: 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. List "Case Western Reserve University" as a school to which you would like an analysis report sent (Federal School Code- 003137).

By May 1: Submit the CWRU 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 in July.

Deposits

Early Decision Deposit (postmarked by January 15): $400
First Deposit (postmarked by April 15; rolling thereafter): $300 Second Deposit (postmarked by June 1): $400 First Choice Option (postmarked by April 15; rolling thereafter): $500 Transfers/Visitors: $250 All deposits are non-refundable.

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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. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

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.

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.

The Application Process - Fall Start Thank you for your interest in UMKC School of Law! The admissions process is both highly competitive and selective, due in large part to the limited number of seats available in an entering class. Please know that each application is reviewed in its entirety.

All applicants for admission must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). We recommend you take the LSAT as early as possible, usually June or August. February is the last test date for the priority deadline of March 1 and the Summer Start Program. We will consider applicants who take the test as late as June for the following fall, although because we offer rolling admissions, classes may fill up early. You may take the test more than once. We do not accept scores older than five years from the date of your application.

Applicants must complete a bachelor's degree based on a program of courses with substantial intellectual content from an approved institution before the start of law school or have made arrangements to apply via a 90+, 3+3, or other approved 6-year program.

90+ Program (3+3 Program) To qualify, students must complete at least 90 hours of credit in courses with substantial intellectual content from an approved institution, complete all non-elective coursework toward a bachelor?s degree, and make arrangements with the school that will award the degree to accept law school credits for the remainder of the work required to earn that degree, so the student will earn their bachelor's degree either previous to or concurrent with the JD degree. If you have not yet earned an undergraduate degree, you must have a letter from your undergraduate school confirming that it will accept credits earned from UMKC School of Law to complete the undergraduate degree. For more detailed information about the UMKC 90+ Program and 3+3 Programs, please see our website at https://law.umkc.edu/admissions/3-plus-3-programs.html. Otherwise, refer to your undergraduate institution's guidelines for more details.

Fall Start Program This is the application for the Fall Start Program. March 1st is the priority application deadline. April 1st is the application deadline for full admission consideration. Please allow 4-6 weeks for the processing of your complete application from the time your application is complete to receive a decision. Please plan accordingly for the March 1 priority deadline and submit your complete application at least 4-6 weeks prior to March 1 as this is during the height of the admissions cycle.

There are some major scholarship opportunities (including several prestigious full-ride scholarships) that will be awarded in early March. In order to have a chance to be considered for those, you would need to apply by the beginning of February. If you apply after that point, there are still many excellent scholarship opportunities for which you will be considered. But if you want to be considered for every possible scholarship, you must apply by the beginning of February.

For more detailed information about our admission timeline, please see our website at https://law.umkc.edu/admissions/jd-degree/index.html. Mandatory orientation will take place August 16-19, 2027.

Summer Start Program If you fill out the Fall Start application and decide you want to start in Summer, do not submit another application. Please email law@umkc.edu to request a change in start terms. For more detailed information about the Summer Start option, please see our website at https://law.umkc.edu/admissions/jd-degree/index.html

Résumé and Personal Statement A résumé and personal statement must be attached to your application. Applicants should include an updated résumé in their application materials uploaded to their LSAC accounts. Résumés should include information about your education, employment, activities, community service, etc.

Personal statements should be approximately two pages, double spaced. You should avoid restating things that can be found elsewhere in your application (such as on your résumé or transcripts). We suggest you write about something else you would like us to know about you, such as what motivates your decision to attend law school or what unique perspectives you can bring to a law school classroom. Make sure you proofread carefully. We suggest bringing it to your undergraduate school?s writing center for assistance.

UMKC School of Law?s admissions philosophy aims to give weight to the entirety of an applicant?s authentic skills and experience. As such, we expect all written submissions to be originated by the applicant and to reflect their personal voice, individualized experiences, and ideas. As part of this process, the use of artificial intelligence technology and tools to assist with editing and similar tasks of an applicant?s written submissions is appropriate. Merely entering prompts into an AI tool and submitting the result as one?s written submission, however, is both inappropriate and will not provide UMKC School of Law with authentic insight into the applicant?s readiness for law school.

Optional Addendum Feel free to submit an additional addendum to explain any relevant information you did not address in your personal statement. This is your opportunity to address any areas of concern in your application materials.

Optional Supplemental Statement UMKC Law is dedicated to supporting the foundations of good lawyering: respect for people, for knowledge and ideas, and for justice. We recognize that a proven record of overcoming adversity demonstrates an ability to succeed as a law student and to better serve your future clients as an attorney. We therefore welcome you, although we do not require you, to submit a statement that addresses how you have dealt with adversity in your life and how that experience has helped you to develop personal qualities that will enable you to overcome meaningful challenges and contribute to the ideals of the law school and the legal community. You may choose to address the impact of any challenging experiences you have faced.

To ensure you receive full scholarship consideration we advise you to submit a Supplemental Statement as an addendum, although it is not required.

Letters of Recommendation If you are still in undergraduate school or you have recently graduated, you should have professors provide your letters of recommendation. If you have been out of school for at least three years, we still encourage recommendations from professors, although you may also ask an employer or someone who knows you well. The recommender should be able to assess issues that will be critical to your success in law school, such as intellect, motivation, and communication skills. Choose recommenders who are impressed by you and your achievements over those whom you think we will find impressive due to their title.

Recommendations from peers, family, and family friends will not be accepted. Letters of recommendation are not intended to serve as mere character references. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation to us through the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). We require two letters but can accept as many as four.

Interviews UMKC utilizes interviews as part of our personalized admissions process. Interviews are by invitation and not by request, and we do not guarantee that all applicants will receive an interview. The Admissions staff will contact applicants on an individual basis to schedule an interview appointment.

International Students We require that international applicants who attended a post-secondary institution in which the primary language of instruction was not English submit either a TOEFL or IELTS score taken within the past two years. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents, if admitted, will be asked to supply additional documents required for processing by the UMKC International Student Affairs Office. In order to give adequate time for this processing, applications from international students must be complete by March 1.

Notice of Nondiscrimination UMKC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, ancestry, disability, military status, veteran status, in admissions, educational programs or activities and employment. The University complies with all federal and state laws and University of Missouri System policy regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the State of Missouri Human Rights Act Chapter 213 RSMO. Your responses to questions regarding race and ethnicity on the application will not be viewed, accessed, or considered during the review of your application.

UMKC considers any allegations of sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual violence and sex/gender discrimination serious and will thoroughly investigate. KC Atchinson is UMKC's Title IX Coordinator. KC can be reached at atchinsonk@umkc.edu or 816-235-6705.

Any person who feels they have been discriminated against or who has inquiries regarding this institution's compliance with the foregoing regulations may contact UMKC's Affirmative Action by visiting The Office of Affirmative Action; Administrative Center; 5115 Oak Street, Room 212, Kansas City, MO 64110 or calling (816) 235-1771.

Application Fee For domestic students, a non-refundable $60 application processing fee paid via LSAC must accompany this application. For international students, the fee is $75. Former degree-seeking UMKC students who attended starting Fall 1975 or later, as well as veterans, are not required to pay and should email the Admissions Office at law@umkc.edu for an application fee waiver, before submitting the application.

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

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.

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

Founded in 1766, Rutgers University is among the nation's oldest and largest public institutions of higher education. Rutgers Law School proudly continues this tradition of excellence through a rigorous legal education, an innovative curriculum, and a longstanding commitment to public service. Our internationally recognized faculty of more than 100 full-time scholars are leaders in fields including international law, health law, family law, women's rights, state constitutional law, and legal history.

Additional information about Rutgers Law School, including our faculty, curriculum, academic centers and programs, student organizations, admissions policies, and campus resources, is available on our website at law.rutgers.edu.

Before completing your application, please carefully review these instructions, as well as the information available through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) at LSAC.org.

General Information

Rutgers Law School offers legal education on two campuses: Camden and Newark.

Rutgers Law employs a holistic admissions process and does not use numerical cutoffs when evaluating applicants. Rather than relying solely on quantitative measures, the Admissions Committee considers the entirety of each applicant's academic achievements, personal experiences, and potential contributions to the Rutgers Law community. Our review seeks to identify candidates who have demonstrated the ability to succeed in law school, will benefit from a Rutgers legal education, and will enrich our vibrant academic community.

In evaluating each application, the Admissions Committee considers numerous factors, including academic performance, undergraduate and graduate institutions attended, rigor of coursework, choice of major, LSAT score(s), extracurricular involvement, personal statement, letters of recommendation, professional experience, community engagement, resilience in overcoming obstacles, and all other materials submitted in support of the application. Admission decisions are made without preference for campus or program format; applicants to the full-time, hybrid part-time, and online part-time programs are evaluated under the same holistic admissions standards.

Upon admission and payment of the required seat deposits, students may enroll in one of the following programs:

Full-Time JD Program (Day): Newark or Camden
Hybrid Part-Time JD Program (Evening): Newark
Online Part-Time JD Program

All offers of admission are contingent upon the successful completion of all degree requirements prior to enrollment. Final transcripts must demonstrate academic performance consistent with the record upon which the admissions decision was based.

Minority Student Program (MSP)

The Minority Student Program (MSP) reflects Rutgers Law School's longstanding commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and academic excellence within the legal profession. Established on the Newark campus in 1968, MSP provides academic support, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to students who, regardless of race or ethnicity, can demonstrate that they have experienced socioeconomic, educational, or cultural disadvantage.

Admission to MSP is separate from, and occurs after, admission to Rutgers Law School. However, all applicants are invited to indicate their interest in the program within the application for admission. MSP is available on both the Camden and Newark campuses.

Summer Jump Start

The Summer Jump Start Program offers admitted full-time students an opportunity to begin their legal education before the fall semester by completing one foundational first-year course during the summer. In recent years, the program has featured Contracts, although the course and instructor are subject to change.

Participating students benefit from an early introduction to the demands of law school, the opportunity to build relationships with classmates before the start of the academic year, and a reduced fall semester course load of approximately 11 credits rather than the traditional 15 credits.

Enrollment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is currently offered only at the Camden campus. Summer Jump Start is not a conditional admission program; participation is limited to students who have already been admitted to Rutgers Law School's full-time program. On-campus housing may be available for participating students.

3+3 Program

The 3+3 Program enables highly qualified students to earn both a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree in six years rather than the traditional seven. The program is available to Rutgers undergraduate students on the Camden, New Brunswick, and Newark campuses, as well as students at select partner institutions. A complete list of participating institutions is available on our website.

Students enrolled in the 3+3 Program complete their first-year law school curriculum during what would traditionally be their fourth year of undergraduate study. To be eligible, students must complete all General Education and major requirements and earn at least 91 undergraduate credits during their first three years of study. The 30 credits earned during the first year of law school apply toward both the bachelor's and J.D. degrees.

Typically, the bachelor's degree is conferred after successful completion of the first year of law school, and the J.D. is awarded upon completion of the remaining two years of legal study and satisfaction of all graduation requirements.

Students interested in the 3+3 Program are encouraged to meet with their undergraduate pre-law advisor early in their academic career to ensure they remain on track for eligibility. Applicants must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and complete the standard Rutgers Law School admissions process.

Dual Degree Programs

As New Jersey's flagship public research university, Rutgers offers graduate and professional programs across virtually every academic discipline. Rutgers Law School encourages interdisciplinary study and offers a variety of formal dual-degree programs in partnership with other Rutgers schools. These programs generally allow students to apply 9 to 12 credits toward both degrees, enabling them to complete the two programs in less time than would be required if pursued separately.

Rutgers Law currently offers the following dual-degree programs:

J.D./M.B.A. with Rutgers Business School (Newark/New Brunswick) or 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 Rutgers School of Public Health
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

In addition to these formal programs, students may, on a case-by-case basis, coordinate a dual-degree course of study with many of the more than 100 master's and doctoral programs offered throughout Rutgers University.

Applicants interested in pursuing a dual degree must apply separately to the corresponding graduate or professional program and satisfy its admissions requirements, which may include the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or other applicable standardized examinations.

Students who do not wish to pursue a dual degree may nevertheless enroll in graduate-level courses related to their legal studies and, with prior approval, apply up to six (6) credits toward the J.D. degree.

Application Materials

Application Fee

Rutgers Law School does not charge an application fee.

Law School Admission Test (LSAT)

All applicants must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).

The Admissions Committee considers all valid LSAT scores earned within the past five (5) years. For applicants seeking Fall 2027 admission, the June 2027 LSAT is the last accepted testing administration. Applicants are strongly encouraged to take the LSAT as early as possible to maximize consideration for admission, scholarship opportunities, and seat availability.

Transcripts

All offers of admission are contingent upon the successful completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university prior to enrollment.

Official transcripts from every college or university attended, including graduate and law schools, must be submitted directly to LSAC. Please follow the transcript submission instructions available on the LSAC website. LSAC will include all submitted transcripts in your CAS Report and distribute them to Rutgers Law School. Although LSAC does not evaluate graduate transcripts, copies are provided to the Admissions Committee as part of your CAS Report.

Letters of Recommendation

Rutgers Law School requires two (2) letters of recommendation submitted through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service, which is included with your CAS registration.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in college should submit at least one letter from a professor who can evaluate their academic ability and potential for success in law school. Applicants who have not attended college within the past three years may instead submit recommendations from employment supervisors, commanding officers, or other individuals who can speak to their professional accomplishments, character, and potential for success in graduate study.

Please follow the instructions on the LSAC website for requesting, submitting, and assigning letters of recommendation.

Personal Statement

Each applicant must submit a personal statement of two to four double-spaced pages that provides information the Admissions Committee should consider in evaluating the application. Your personal statement should introduce you beyond your academic credentials and may address your motivation for pursuing a legal education, your career aspirations, significant personal or professional experiences, or other factors that have shaped your interest in the study of law.

Rutgers Law seeks to enroll a talented and intellectually curious student body composed of individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. In addition to strong academic achievement, the Admissions Committee values qualities such as leadership, professional or military service, technical or vocational expertise, significant accomplishments in a previous career, sustained community engagement, resilience, and the ability to overcome personal or educational challenges. Applicants are encouraged to discuss these or any other experiences they believe will assist the Admissions Committee in conducting a holistic review of their application.

Application Deadlines and Financial Aid

Binding Early Decision Program

Round 1

Application Deadline: December 1
Decision Notification: By December 31 (or earlier)

Round 2

Application Deadline: March 1
Decision Notification: By April 1 (or earlier)

Regular Decision

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible to maximize scholarship consideration and seat availability.

The application deadline for Fall 2027 admission is July 1, 2027.

Financial Aid

Applicants are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible, preferably by January 15. Rutgers Law participates in the Federal Direct Loan Program; however, financial aid applications may continue to be processed through the first day of classes in August (or June for Summer Jump Start participants). When completing the FAFSA, applicants should list Rutgers Law School as:

RUTGERS UNIVERSITY?NEW BRUNSWICK, NEW JERSEY Federal School Code: 002629Financial aid staff are available to assist prospective and admitted students at both law school locations. Applicants are encouraged to review the financial aid information available on our website and contact the Office of Admissions with any questions regarding scholarships, loans, or the financial aid process.

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

The Foreign-Trained Lawyers Program (FLP) provides qualified applicants who have earned a law degree and practiced law outside the United States the opportunity to receive up to 28 credits of advanced standing toward the Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. Students complete 58 credits of coursework at Rutgers Law School and, upon satisfying all degree requirements, are awarded the J.D. degree. Graduates of the program are eligible to seek admission to the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction, subject to that jurisdiction's character and fitness requirements and any other applicable admission requirements.

Most FLP students complete the required first-year curriculum and one additional year of upper-level coursework. The program may be completed in two (2) years of full-time study or three (3) years of part-time study.

Admission requirements and the application process are the same as those for first-year J.D. applicants.

Applicants educated outside the United States should follow the instructions for submitting international academic credentials outlined in the International Applicants/Foreign Credentials section of the LSAC website. International transcripts will be translated (if necessary), evaluated by LSAC, and included in the applicant's CAS Report.

Applicants should also include any foreign bar admissions or professional licenses on their résumé.

Please note that credit will not be awarded for LL.M. coursework completed at another ABA-accredited law school prior to matriculation at Rutgers Law School.

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

In addition to passing a bar examination, every U.S. jurisdiction requires applicants to satisfy character and fitness standards, as well as other eligibility requirements, for admission to the bar. Because the Online Part-Time JD Program is delivered primarily through online instruction, completion of the program may not satisfy the educational requirements for bar admission in every jurisdiction. Click here for more information on our Online J.D. Program.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to determine the bar admission requirements of any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek licensure by contacting the appropriate licensing authority. Contact information for all U.S. bar admission agencies is available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE).

Notice Regarding Transfer After Matriculation in an ABA-Variance Approved Program

Prospective students should be aware that some law schools may not accept transfer credits earned through the Online Part-Time JD Program, and many impose limits on the number of credit hours that may be earned through distance education and applied toward the J.D. degree.

Absent an ABA variance or acquiescence, ABA-accredited law schools may not award credit for more than one-third of the credit hours required for the J.D. degree through distance education coursework. Additionally, no more than 10 credit hours of distance education coursework may be counted toward the first one-third of a student's program of legal education. Click here for more information on our Online J.D. Program.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Rutgers University is committed to fostering an educational and working environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment

Rutgers University's Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics, as well as retaliation against individuals who exercise their rights under the Policy. The full Policy, including definitions of prohibited conduct, reporting procedures, and information regarding the investigation and resolution of complaints, is available here.

Title IX

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in educational programs and activities. Prohibited conduct under Title IX includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and other forms of sex-based discrimination.

Although Title IX is often associated with intercollegiate athletics, its protections extend to all educational programs and activities at Rutgers University. Additional information about Title IX, including reporting options and the process for filing a Title IX complaint, is available here.

Student Code of Conduct

All Rutgers Law students are expected to uphold the standards of academic integrity, professionalism, and personal conduct established by the University. The Rutgers University Student Code of Conduct is available 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 states' board of bar examiners.

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.
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.
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 2027 will be given priority. Tests past the beginning of the semester, August 2027, will not be considered for fall 2027 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" Statement - 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, 12-point 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 Lawand 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.

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.
Please initial to acknowledge that you have read and understand the question.
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.
Please initial to acknowledge that you have read and understand the question.
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.
Please initial to acknowledge that you have read and understand the question.
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.

Please sign to acknowledge that you have read and understand the question.

Fall 2027 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 | 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

Brooklyn Law School — Fall 2027 JD Application Instructions and General Information

All applications for admission must be submitted electronically through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) at www.lsac.org.

Welcome

Thank you for your interest in Brooklyn Law School.

These instructions explain the application process, admissions policies, and enrollment procedures for applicants seeking admission to Brooklyn Law School's Juris Doctor program. They apply to all J.D. applicants, including first-year applicants, transfer applicants, visiting students, and special nonmatriculants.

Applicants should carefully review these instructions before submitting an application. Questions not addressed here may be directed to the Office of Admissions.

Throughout the admissions process, applicants should use their legal name consistently, promptly notify the Office of Admissions of any changes to their contact information, and include their LSAC account number on all correspondence.

Part I — Before You Apply

Eligibility for Admission

Applicants for admission must hold, or expect to earn before enrollment, a bachelor's degree from an institution recognized by the appropriate governmental authority or accrediting agency.

Applicants must also satisfy all requirements described in these instructions and any additional requirements established by the Law School or the Law School Admission Council.

Choosing a Program

Brooklyn Law School offers two paths to earning the Juris Doctor degree:

Three-Year Full-Time Program The traditional full-time program is designed for students who intend to complete the J.D. degree over three academic years.

Four-Year Evening Program The evening program allows students to pursue their legal education on a part-time basis while balancing professional or personal responsibilities.

Information regarding our curriculum, experiential learning opportunities, clinics, centers, journals, student organizations, and campus life is available on the Law School's website.

Application Timeline

Applications for fall enrollment are reviewed on a rolling basis beginning in the fall.

Applicants seeking priority consideration are encouraged to submit a completed application by February 1. Applications received after that date will continue to be considered while seats remain available in the entering class.

Applicants should monitor the status of their application through LSAC and respond promptly to any requests for additional information.

Part II — Preparing Your Application

Required Application Materials

A completed application consists of the following:

Completed Brooklyn Law School application submitted through LSAC
Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report
Personal Statement
Current résumé
At least two letters of recommendation
Dean's Certification Form, when required
International Student Questionnaire, when applicable

Applicants may also submit optional addenda or supplemental statements to provide additional context regarding their application.

Early Decision Program

Applicants who have determined that Brooklyn Law School is their first-choice law school are encouraged to consider applying through the Academic Excellence Early Decision Program.

Early Decision applicants must submit a completed application by December 1 and must take the LSAT no later than the November administration.

Applicants admitted through the Early Decision Program will receive, at a minimum, the renewable Prince Scholarship, which typically covers approximately 70 percent of tuition. Applicants admitted through Early Decision may also be considered for additional institutional scholarships and grants.

Applicants may apply simultaneously to other law schools but may not apply under another binding early decision program. Applicants admitted through Brooklyn Law School's Early Decision Program must promptly withdraw all pending applications to other law schools and may not submit additional law school applications.

To apply under this program, applicants must select the Early Decision option within the application and submit the signed Early Decision Agreement.

Standardized Testing

Applicants must submit either LSAT or GRE scores. Brooklyn Law School accepts scores from examinations taken within the previous five years.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete testing no later than the February administration in order to receive full consideration during the admissions cycle. Later test administrations may be considered while seats remain available in the entering class.

Applicants submitting LSAT scores must disclose all LSAT administrations. Applicants submitting GRE scores must provide all GRE scores earned within the previous five years. Failure to disclose prior GRE scores may result in rescission of an offer of admission.

Applicants applying with GRE scores only must obtain an LSAC waiver to transmit a Credential Assembly Service report. This waiver will be issued automatically if the application indicates that the applicant is applying using GRE scores only. GRE scores must be sent directly to Brooklyn Law School by Educational Testing Service (ETS Institution Code 2690).

Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

All applicants must register for the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) through LSAC.

CAS assembles transcripts, letters of recommendation, and other academic credentials and transmits them to participating law schools. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all required transcripts and supporting documents are submitted to LSAC in sufficient time to permit completion of the CAS Report.

Letters of Recommendation

Brooklyn Law School requires a minimum of two letters of recommendation. Applicants may submit up to four letters.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in college or who have graduated recently should include at least one recommendation from a faculty member who can evaluate their academic ability. Applicants who have been out of school for an extended period may submit recommendations from supervisors or others familiar with their professional accomplishments, although academic recommendations remain preferred whenever possible.

Letters of recommendation should be submitted through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service. Alternatively, recommenders may submit letters directly to the Office of Admissions using the Brooklyn Law School Recommendation Form.

Personal Statement and Optional Materials

Applicants must submit a personal statement of approximately two to three double-spaced pages.

The personal statement should help the Admissions Committee understand your interest in pursuing a legal education, the experiences that have shaped your goals and values, and the qualities you would bring to the Brooklyn Law School community. It should complement — not simply repeat — the information contained in your résumé.

Applicants may also submit:

a Lived Experience Statement describing experiences or perspectives that have influenced their personal or educational journey and may contribute to the educational community at Brooklyn Law School; and
brief addenda explaining circumstances that may assist the Admissions Committee in evaluating the application, such as academic performance, standardized test scores, interruptions in education, or employment history.

All written submissions must accurately reflect the applicant's own experiences, judgment, and writing. Applicants remain fully responsible for the originality and accuracy of all materials submitted. Undisclosed or inappropriate use of generative artificial intelligence or other third-party assistance in preparing required written submissions may be considered a violation of these application instructions.

Dean's Certification

Applicants who have been subject to academic or disciplinary action at a college, university, graduate school, or law school may be required to submit a Dean's Certification Form.

When required, the completed certification must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions by the institution.

International Applicants

Applicants who are not United States citizens or lawful permanent residents must complete the International Student Questionnaire.

Applicants offered admission will be required to demonstrate sufficient financial resources to meet educational and living expenses before documents necessary to obtain a student visa can be issued.

Current estimates of educational expenses and additional information for international students are available on the Brooklyn Law School website.

Admissions Interviews

Brooklyn Law School does not conduct evaluative admissions interviews.

Prospective students are encouraged to learn more about the Law School by attending information sessions, participating in virtual programming, or visiting campus. Information regarding admissions events and campus tours is available on our website.

Part III — Admissions Review

Holistic Review

Brooklyn Law School employs a holistic admissions process designed to identify applicants who have demonstrated the academic ability, character, maturity, and potential to succeed in law school and contribute meaningfully to the legal profession.

In evaluating applications, the Admissions Committee considers the entirety of each applicant's record. Factors may include academic achievement, standardized test performance, the rigor of prior academic work, writing ability, professional accomplishments, leadership, service, resilience, maturity, integrity, and other experiences that demonstrate the potential for success in the study and practice of law.

No single factor determines an admissions decision, and applications are evaluated individually within the context of the applicant pool.

Admission decisions are made in the sole discretion of the Admissions Committee.

Admissions Decisions

After reviewing a completed application, the Admissions Committee may make one of the following decisions:

Admission Applicants offered admission will receive written notification together with information regarding scholarships, financial aid, seat deposits, admitted student programming, and enrollment procedures.

Offers of admission remain subject to the conditions described in these instructions.

Temporary Hold An application may be placed on temporary hold when the Admissions Committee determines that additional review is appropriate before making a final decision.

A temporary hold is neither an offer of admission nor a denial of admission. Applicants whose applications are placed on hold remain under active consideration and may subsequently be admitted, placed on the waitlist, or denied admission.

Applicants are not required to submit additional materials while on hold. However, significant updates — such as new academic grades, additional standardized test scores, promotions, awards, or other noteworthy accomplishments — may be submitted for consideration.

Waitlist Applicants placed on the waitlist remain under active consideration should space become available in the entering class.

The number of applicants admitted from the waitlist varies each year depending upon enrollment. Waitlist activity may continue through the beginning of the academic term.

Applicants who wish to remain on the waitlist should carefully follow any instructions provided by the Office of Admissions and are encouraged to notify the Office of significant updates to their application.

Denial Applicants who are denied admission are welcome to apply in a future admissions cycle.

Reapplicants are encouraged to submit updated materials that reflect additional academic achievement, professional experience, or other developments that strengthen their candidacy.

Accuracy of Application Materials and Continuing Duty to Update

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information submitted to Brooklyn Law School is complete, accurate, and truthful.

Applicants also have a continuing obligation to notify the Office of Admissions promptly of any material change occurring after submission of the application and before enrollment, including, but not limited to:

academic or disciplinary action;
criminal charges or convictions;
changes affecting degree completion;
findings of academic misconduct;
significant changes in employment or military status that affect information contained in the application; or
any other information that may reasonably bear upon the admissions process or character and fitness for admission to the practice of law.

Failure to provide timely notice of a material change may affect an admissions decision.

Rescission of Offers of Admission

Brooklyn Law School reserves the right to revoke or rescind an offer of admission, or dismiss a matriculated student, if:

information submitted in connection with the application is false, misleading, incomplete, or materially inaccurate;
application materials are plagiarized or otherwise are not the applicant's own original work;
an applicant fails to disclose material information required by the application or these instructions;
the applicant fails to satisfy the conditions of admission or enrollment; or
the Law School becomes aware of conduct or incidents, whether occurring before or after admission, that raise substantial concerns regarding the applicant's honesty, integrity, character and fitness for admission to the bar, or ability to uphold the standards and reputation of Brooklyn Law School and the legal profession.

Applicants whose offers of admission are under review for possible rescission may be asked to provide additional information before a final determination is made.

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Chicago-Kent

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.

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.

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 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.

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?

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

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.

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.

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 U.S. Armed Forces?

Deadlines for First-Year Juris Doctor (JD) Applicants

Early Decision Option Application (Binding) - December 11 (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 websitewill 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. All documents are final and cannot be changed or removed once submitted.

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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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. Visit www.ncbex.org. 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.?

Mercer University School of Law

Office of Admissions and Financial Aid

1021 Georgia Avenue

Macon, GA 31207

478.301.2605

lawadmissions@mercer.edu

INTRODUCTION

At Mercer Law, we seek a student body with varied backgrounds, experiences, and interests. We seek to produce genuinely good lawyers in an ethical and pragmatic sense who are well-equipped to begin their careers in the practice of law. By cultivating a community of respect, our graduates are equipped to act ethically, effectively, and with excellence in the many forms of service required of lawyers.

On September 1, Mercer Law begins accepting applications from prospective students wishing to begin their studies in the fall semester. Acceptance and scholarship decisions begin in early fall. Applicants are encouraged to complete their file by January 15 to receive the timeliest consideration.

You will find information below about how to apply to Mercer Law. Please reach out to us with any questions or concerns. We offer student-led tours and allow visitors to attend a first-year class during the fall and spring semesters.

You will be able to track your application on our online status checker, and we will inform you by email when we have received your application and when a decision is rendered. Please be sure to add us to your safe-senders list in your email program so that our emails do not get sent to your spam folder.

For more information, please visit our website.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Complete Application through LSAC. We do not charge an application fee.

Personal Statement: Your personal statement provides an opportunity for you to communicate valuable information about yourself that will aid us in reaching a decision. Think broadly about what you might wish to convey and how you might best convey it. You might write about your career goals, background, or identity. You might elaborate on significant life experiences, unique skills, and abilities. You may wish to address socioeconomic challenges, atypical backgrounds, education paths, or perspectives that informed your path to law school, and specifically Mercer Law School. Any of these subjects, and many more, could be an appropriate basis to communicate valuable information about yourself. The Admissions Committee will also review your personal statement as a writing sample.

Optional Supplemental Essay: In addition to the required personal statement, you may wish to provide additional information about yourself that you were unable to provide elsewhere. You might wish to discuss how you have overcome a disadvantage or obstacle and how that might indicate success in law school and in the profession. How will your perspective, experiences, voice, contribute uniquely to the classroom and community? Feel free to address any factors or attributes you consider important and relevant.

Résumé: You must provide a resume with your application materials. The resume should be between 1-2 pages. The following sections must be included: Contact Information, Previous Education, Professional Experience. You may also include: Skills, Community and Volunteer Work, Awards and Honors, Affiliations and/or Memberships, Publications or Presentations, and Interest or Hobbies.

Two Letters of Recommendation: Please have your letters of recommendation submitted through the LSAC letter of recommendation service. Typically, the most helpful recommendations are from faculty, but letters from employers, particularly if you have significant work experience, can provide helpful information as well. Recommendations are most informative when they discuss the extent and nature of the recommender's acquaintance with you and comment candidly on as many of the following subjects as possible: intellectual and scholarly abilities, ability to analyze and critically assess information, quality of oral and written expression, growth potential, achievements, and personality, including interactions with peers and with the recommender. Please do not use family members as recommenders.

LSAT/GRE: Applicants must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). To register for the LSAT, visit the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) at 215-968-1001 or LSAC.org. We will not review your file until we receive your LSAT score and writing sample, and we will not consider a test score more than 5 years old. If you plan to apply with a GRE score rather than the LSAT, register for the GRE at the Educational Testing Service (ETS). To submit your GRE score, log into your ETS account and select Mercer University School of Law using ETS institution code: 4809. You must submit all GRE scores from the past five (5) years.

Register with Credential Assembly Service (CAS): Whether you choose the LSAT or GRE, you must register with the Credential Assembly Service, a service of LSAC that collects and analyzes academic data and transcripts. You must arrange to have a transcript submitted to LSAC from every undergraduate and graduate college or university you have attended. Your CAS registration authorizes LSAC to compile your application documents and send CAS reports to the law schools where you apply.

Reminder: If you take the LSAT, LSAC will provide your score to us, and it will be considered when we review your application. If you take the LSAT after being admitted with a GRE score only, Mercer Law reserves the right to revisit your file and rescind the offer of admission.

Bachelor's Degree Required: You must have a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.

Final Academic Transcript Required: If admitted and prior to enrolling, you must have a final academic transcript sent to LSAC, which reflects your undergraduate degree and date conferred. Failure to comply with this requirement could result in your being withdrawn from Mercer Law.

For more information about Mercer Law School, including Consumer Information (ABA Required Disclosures), please visit our website.

Mercer University School of Law is approved by the Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar of the American Bar Association, 321 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654, 312-988-6738.

IMPORTANT ADMISSION AND SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES

December 15

George Woodruff Scholarship essay deadline. We award four full-tuition scholarships plus a $5000 per year stipend to four incoming students each year. You must have your admissions file and Woodruff essay completed and submitted to the admissions office by December 15 to be considered for this scholarship.

January 15

Merit scholarship priority deadline.

May 1

Priority deadline for completion of financial aid file (if applying for student loans).

June 1

Admissions Application Deadline.

July 1

Transfer and Transient application and completion deadline.

FOREIGN EDUCATED APPLICANTS

Mercer Law requires that foreign transcripts be submitted through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) Credential Assembly Service. If you completed more than one year of postsecondary work outside the US (including its territories) or Canada, you must use this service for the evaluation of your foreign transcripts. This service is included in the Credential Assembly Service registration fee. An International Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers, which will be incorporated into your law school report. Applicants whose native language is not English, and whose undergraduate education is from outside the US, are required to submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score. If this applies to you, you must contact the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and request that your TOEFL score be sent to LSAC. Your score will be included in the credential evaluation document that will be included in your law school report.

DECISION FACTORS

We conduct a holistic review of many factors related to an applicant's potential for success in law school and potential to become a competent and ethical attorney. We believe that enrolling students with a wide range of experiences, abilities, perspectives, accomplishments, skills, goals, and interests enhances the quality of the conversations in our classrooms and better prepares attorneys to work with clients from corporations to the indigent. Some of these factors include The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE), undergraduate course of study and grade point average, letters of recommendation, personal statement, postgraduate work, work experience, extracurricular activities, academic distinctions or honors, community and military service, leadership ability, character and fitness, relevant demonstrated skills, obstacles overcome, and all other relevant background information will be evaluated.

TRANSFER AND TRANSIENT STUDENTS

Transfer applicants in good academic standing at another ABA-accredited law school should apply and complete their file by July 1. Transfer applicants must apply through LSAC and currently be registered with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Before a transfer application will be evaluated, applicants must have an updated CAS report, including all transcripts from any institution attended and a final law school transcript with grades reflected from the completed first year. In addition to the standard application requirements, class rank and a letter of good standing should be sent directly to Mercer Law's Admissions Office after completion of the first year of law school. The letters of recommendation should be submitted from law school professors. The personal statement should include the reason for transfer. Transfer applicants must have completed their first year of law school and be in the top half of their class.

Mercer Law will only accept credit earned at another ABA-accredited law school. The Law School will accept credit for courses when the grades received equal or exceed the graduation average required by the school where the student has taken the courses. When the Law School accepts credit for courses taken at another school, the grades will be recorded as "S" and will not be computed into a student's grade point average at Mercer Law School. In addition to meeting the other requirements for graduation, transfer students must complete at least four semesters at Mercer Law. No more than two semesters of academic credit can be transferred from schools that are not members of the Association of American Law Schools.

Transient applicants must apply through LSAC, submit a personal statement, and two letters of recommendation. Transient applicants must be registered with LSAC Credential Assembly Service, have an updated CAS report with transcripts from any institution attended, and submit a letter from the home law school approving visiting status and confirming good standing.

JOINT JD/MBA PROGRAM

Mercer Law and Mercer's Stetson-Hatcher School of Business offer a program leading to both the Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees. Both schools have collaborated to offer strong combined programs in law and business. The MBA program offers a flexible evening format and an intimate graduate setting, providing students with an opportunity to develop strong connections with each other, the faculty, and the business community. With its focus on ethical leadership and problem-solving skills, Mercer's MBA program enables students to make connections between business theory and its practical application. Each school must separately admit the applicant. Neither the JD nor MBA degree will be awarded to a student until the student has completed the requirements set forth in the joint program for both degrees.

For more information on the JD/MBA program, please visit our website.

FINANCIAL AID

Approximately 98 percent of Mercer Law students receive some form of financial aid. Financial aid is awarded in the form of merit and need-based scholarships, student loans (federal and private), work-study, vocational-rehabilitation benefits, and other programs. Mercer Law's priority deadline for completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is May 1.

GEORGE W. WOODRUFF SCHOLARSHIP

Four members of each entering class are designated George W. Woodruff Scholars. This prestigious scholarship covers full tuition as well as a $5,000 annual stipend for books and living expenses. To be considered for this scholarship, the Woodruff Scholarship essay and admissions file must be completed and received by Mercer Law no later than December 15.

The George W. Woodruff Scholarship was created to ensure the continuation of the tradition of excellence at Mercer. We are looking for candidates whose exceptional personal attributes, as well as academic credentials, indicate that they will make an extraordinary contribution to Mercer Law and to the legal profession. Finalists are brought to the campus for interviews with Mercer's faculty and alumni. This scholarship will be renewed for the student's 2nd and 3rd years if the student remains in good academic standing (78 average and above).

Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy

Mercer Law is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work, and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal, state and local law and the University's Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, child birth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age, or religion (except in limited circumstances where religious preference is permitted by law), or any other protected status or characteristic as defined by law.

Incidents of unlawful harassment and discrimination will be met with appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal or expulsion from Mercer Law. The University will follow the Sexual Misconduct Policy (Title IX Policy). All allegations of discrimination and harassment not covered by the University's Sexual Misconduct Policy, based on the protected categories outlined above, will be handled pursuant to this policy.

For more information contact Human Resources, phone 478-301-2786, whaley_ce@mercer.edu or the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Equity and Compliance, phone 478-301-2788, stellato_sl@mercer.edu, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, Georgia 31207. The Sexual Misconduct Policy (Title IX Policy) and the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be found at https://equityandcompliance.mercer.edu/.

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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. Addendum?s 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.

Applicantsmustinformthe MSU COL OfficeofAdmissionsofanychangestotheircharacterandfitnessrecord(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 fitnessrecord.

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).
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.
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?
Are any of the issues listed above still pending? Examples include incidents that resulted in you being on presently active probation or court supervision.
Have you ever filed bankruptcy or been in default on any loans (including student loans)?

Application for Admission:

First Year Juris Doctor (JD) Law Student Application

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

MSU Law reviews each application holistically and considers all materials submitted on behalf of each applicant. In addition to academic performance, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, and written materials, we consider the experiences, perspectives, and qualities each applicant would bring to the law school community. Our goal is to enroll students who will contribute meaningfully to MSU Law and to the legal profession.

Please answer each question fully and accurately. If you need additional space, you may upload additional documents in the Supplemental Addenda section to complete or elaborate on your responses.

Required Application Components

Completed Application Form: Applicants must complete and submit the application form fully and accurately.
LSAT Score: Applicants must have a valid LSAT score on file with LSAC at the time their law school application is submitted.
Transcripts: Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be submitted through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Applicants must earn a four-year undergraduate degree, or the foreign equivalent, from an accredited institution before enrolling at MSU Law.
Letters of Recommendation (LOR): MSU Law requires two letters of recommendation and will accept up to four. Letters must be dated, signed, and submitted through LSAC's LOR Service. Letters should speak to the applicant's relevant skills, qualities, and potential for success in law school. Letters from relatives are not permitted.
Resume: Applicants must submit a one- to two-page professional resume. Legal experience is not required to apply or be admitted to MSU Law. Please do not include a photo.
Personal Statement: Applicants must submit a personal statement as an original example of written expression. This is an opportunity to share information you believe is important to your candidacy, including your intellectual, personal, or professional experiences and interests. You may also wish to discuss how you would contribute to the MSU Law community and the legal profession. Please limit your statement to two to three double-spaced pages, using 12-point font and one-inch margins.
Supplemental Addenda: You may submit supplemental addenda to provide MSU Law with relevant information that is not included elsewhere in your application. Supplemental addenda must be uploaded with your application before submission through LSAC. You may respond to more than one topic. Please limit each supplemental essay to one double-spaced page and include a title, if appropriate. You may use a supplemental addendum to address:
- Circumstances that affected your academic or standardized exam performance, including how you addressed or overcame those obstacles.
- A detailed explanation for any yes answer in the Character and Fitness section.
- A significant challenge you have faced and the steps you took to overcome it.
- A strength or quality you possess that others may not immediately see or recognize.
- Anything not reflected in your application file that you would like to share with MSU Law.
International Applicants: Applicants must submit a TOEFL score of 5.0 or higher or an IELTS score of 7.0 or higher if English is not their first language and they have not earned a baccalaureate or graduate degree from a U.S. educational institution, or if their coursework was not taught in English. Applicants who completed post-secondary coursework outside the U.S. or Canada must use LSAC's JD Credential Assembly Service (CAS) to evaluate their university transcripts.
Application Fee: A $60 application fee is required. If you are unable to pay the fee, you may request a fee waiver by contacting [admiss@law.msu.edu](mail: admiss@law.msu.edu) before submitting your application through LSAC. Application fees are nonrefundable after the application has been submitted.

State Bar Application

Admission to law school does not guarantee eligibility for admission to the bar. In addition to passing a bar examination, applicants must meet the character, fitness, and other requirements established by the jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission. These requirements vary by jurisdiction and may include standards that affect an applicant's ability to sit for a bar examination or be admitted to practice law. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they may seek admission and to contact that jurisdiction directly with any questions. Contact information for relevant agencies is 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?

Complete application electronically through LSAC.

Washburn University is an equal opportunity institution. Equal educational opportunity is assured without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, gender, sexual orientation, marital, or parental status. Any grievance regarding possible discrimination should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity.

All applicants must register and take either the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). If you decide to retake the LSAT or GRE after you submit this application, be sure to inform the Law School Admissions Office.

An application will be reviewed by the admissions committee only when it is complete. An application is complete when the Law School Office of Admissions has received all application items and all supporting documents from LSAC.

Questions about registering for the LSAT/CAS, or your LSAC account should be directed to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) at 215-968-1001 or LSAC.org.

Important Admission and Financial Aid Deadlines:

LSAT: Taken no more than five years prior to the application deadline for any incoming class.

February 1: Application deadline if you are applying for Binding Early Admission.

February 1: Application priority date for August admission. Later applications will be accepted but may be at a disadvantage.

June 1: Suggested application deadline for those seeking transfer student status. Later applications will be accepted.

In responding to any question on this application, it is always better to err on the side of disclosure. Any questions concerning completion of this application should be directed to the Office of Admissions, 785-670-1185 or admissions@washburnlaw.edu.

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.

By submitting this application electronically, I certify that the answers to all of the questions on this application and any attachments in response to those questions are correct and complete.

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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.)

Please refer to the Chapman University Dale E. Fowler School of Law Viewbook or the website for additional instructions and information.

LSAC ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS Applicants are encouraged to apply using the official online form provided by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). For applicants who need an accommodation with any portion of the application process, please contact the Law Office of Admission at lawadmission@chapman.edu or (714) 628-2525.

Applications submitted to LSAC for transmission to Chapman University Fowler School of Law will be considered postmarked on the day they are electronically submitted.

There is no application fee.

If applying to the Binding Early Decision Program please return the agreement form to us in one of the following ways:

Upload to the Application Status Online Portal linked here (preferred method) Postal mail to: Chapman University Dale E. Fowler School of Law, Office of Admission, 1 University Drive, Orange, CA 92866 If the application materials do not meet the requirements, there may be a delay in processing your file and a subsequent delay in placing your file into review.

If you have any additional information that you cannot upload as an attachment with your electronic application, please email the documents to lawadmission@chapman.edu.

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.

RÉSUMÉ Please provide a detailed description of your work experience, community involvement, volunteer work, scholastic honors and achievements, and/or extracurricular activities. Please include dates and number of hours per week. Applicants are encouraged to only include employment, student organizations, activities, etc. after high school. Your résumé must be typewritten and submitted as an attachment with your electronic application.

PERSONAL STATEMENT Please include a brief statement indicating your reasons for wanting to study law, why you chose to apply to Chapman University Fowler School of Law, and any further information that you feel should be considered by the Law Admission Committee. The personal statement cannot be more than three pages in length, must be typewritten, 12 point font, and double-spaced. Your personal statement should be submitted as an attachment with your electronic application.

The personal statement is an important part of the application review process and it is given careful and meaningful consideration. It is an opportunity for you to share with the Admission Committee insight into who you are as a person, your career goals, and your interest in the legal profession. You may elaborate on how you intend to contribute to the vibrant Chapman community and to the law school's nationally recognized quality of life.

LSAT & LSAC's CREDENTIAL ASSEMBLY SERVICE (CAS) All applicants must furnish their results of the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), register for LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS), and pay all requisite LSAC mandated fees. If you have a decrease or increase in your LSAT score by more than 5 points, please provide a written explanation for the disparity. (Please submit as an attachment with your electronic application.)

Only LSAT results considered current for law school reporting purposes as defined by LSAC, are considered for fall admission. For information regarding scores to be considered current for law school reporting, please visit: http://www.lsac.org/jd/lsat/your-score under the section titled Your LSAT Score Report.

We will accept scores from the June LSAT administration for the fall of the same year you plan to apply so long as your application is submitted by our first year JD application deadline.

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS In order to be considered for admission, an applicant must have, or be scheduled to receive by the time of fall matriculation, a bachelor's degree or its international equivalent from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning in the US or abroad. All letters of acceptance to Chapman University Fowler School of Law are conditional upon the applicant having earned the bachelor's degree prior to fall matriculation.

All admitted students who plan on matriculating should have their official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree sent directly to Chapman University Fowler School of Law from the school where they earned the bachelor's degree or its international equivalent prior to fall matriculation.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION Chapman University Fowler School of Law also requires that your letters be submitted through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service that serves all member schools. Positive and meaningful recommendations concerning the applicant's analytical skills and communication and writing abilities can be helpful to the Committee in the decision-making process. Typically, professors, academic administrators and advisors, and employers are best able to address these qualities and characteristics in an applicant. Recommendations from professors who have taught you in a course are strongly recommended, especially if you have graduated with an undergraduate degree within the last several years. The maximum number of letters the Law Admission Committee will review is three (3).

Note: This service is included in your CAS registration. Your letters will be copied and sent to Chapman University Fowler School of Law, along with your CAS report. To use this service, follow the instructions for submitting letters outlined on LSAC.org. Be sure to fill out and give each recommender a Letter of Recommendation Form from the website at LSAC.org.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS Chapman University Fowler School of Law requires that your international transcripts be submitted through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). If you completed any postsecondary work outside the US (including its territories) or Canada, you must use this service for the authentication and evaluation of your international transcripts. The one exception to this requirement is if you completed the foreign 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 registration fee. An International Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), which will be incorporated into your CAS report. If we determine that you need to submit a TOEFL score, 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 0058. Your score will be included in the International Credential Evaluation document that will be included in your CAS 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 foreign transcripts.

Questions about the Credential Assembly Service can be directed to LSAC at either (215) 968-1001 or LSACinfo@LSAC.org.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Proficiency in English is required for admission. Some international applicants may be required to furnish official results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). International applicants should check with the Law Admission Office for details.

SPECIAL NEEDS Applicants are not required to notify the law school of a disability or a need for accommodation prior to admission. Any information concerning an applicant's disability provided during the admissions process is voluntary and optional and is maintained as confidential information in the law school. No limitations are placed on the number of persons with disabilities who may be admitted or enrolled. Applicants with disabilities may wish to contact LSAC to inquire about the possibility of receiving testing accommodations for the LSAT.

SEAT DEPOSIT If admitted to the law school, those planning to enroll will be required to submit two separate nonrefundable seat deposits of $300 each. Although these seat deposits are nonrefundable, they will be applied to student accounts upon matriculation.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report from Chapman University

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 U.S. Code | 1092(f)), Chapman University would like to inform prospective students, parents, and all interested parties that The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at https://www.chapman.edu/campus-services/public-safety/_files/Clery-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The report contains information on campus security and personal safety, crime prevention, university police-law enforcement authority, crime-reporting policies, student conduct, and other important matters about security on our campus. It also contains statistics for the three previous calendar years on reported crimes that occurred on our campus, in off-campus property owned or controlled by Chapman University, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from Chapman?s campus.

Additionally, the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 require that institutions of higher education certify that they have adopted and implemented a drug and alcohol prevention program as a condition of receiving funding under any federal program. The Secretary of Education has, as required by the Amendments, issued regulations to enforce the law. Chapman University?s policy which was written in compliance with this law may be found in Appendix 11 of the Chapman University Student Code of Conduct which is located at http://www.chapman.edu/studentAffairs/conduct/.

We are happy to provide this information to prospective students and parents, as well as all other interested parties. Questions regarding either the Clery Act or Chapman?s policies with regard to The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act can be directed to:

Department of Public Safety ? Chapman University, (714) 997-6763, www.chapman.edu/publicsafety

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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. 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 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 Students and Registrar 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 failed to answer fully and truthfully all questions on an application for admission to any college or university?
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?
Have you incurred any tax obligation (e.g., federal, state, or municipal income taxes; state, county, or municipal private property taxes; or real estate assessment taxes) that remains unpaid?
Have you ever defaulted on a student loan?
To your knowledge, have you ever been denied a security clearance?
To your knowledge, has a security clearance previously granted to you ever been revoked?
Have you suffered from, been diagnosed with, or been treated for kleptomania, compulsive gambling, pedophilia, exhibitionism, or voyeurism?
Are there any facts not disclosed by your answers concerning your background, history, experience or activities which may cause one to question your character, fitness or ability to practice law?

If you answered YES to any of the above questions, you must upload a Character/Fitness Statement providing a complete explanation for each affirmative response. For each matter, include, as applicable:

The date(s) of the incident, event, action, or condition and your age at the time.
The parties, individuals, organizations, institutions, agencies, courts, employers, or other entities involved.
A detailed description of the circumstances.
The outcome, disposition, status, or resolution of the matter (e.g., dismissal, conviction, discipline, repayment, discharge, settlement, denial, revocation, reinstatement, or other result, as applicable).
Any subsequent developments, corrective actions, rehabilitation efforts, appeals, expungements, pardons, reinstatements, satisfactions of debt, or other relevant post-event information.
Any additional information necessary to provide a full and accurate understanding of the matter.

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, UDSL may be obligated to forward any character/fitness information from your application, including your explanation(s).

Instructions: University of Dayton School of Law (UDSL) The following steps must be completed in order for your application materials to be considered by UDSL:

Register for the Credential Assembly Service. Visit the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) at LSAC.org for instructions and information about the registration process, or contact LSAC at 215.968.1001 or LSACinfo@LSAC.org. Follow the necessary instructions to arrange for the Credential Assembly Service to send us all required documentation. This includes: At least two (2) and no more than four (4) recent letters of recommendation, preferably from persons who can substantively comment on your academic and/or employment record.

All undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts from each school where you obtained credits that contributed toward your undergraduate and/or graduate degree(s).

Submit a score from an approved standardized test. We accept only: the LSAT; or

the GRE General Test; or

the JD-Next Exam.

Please note:

While applicants need only take either the LSAT, GRE or JD-Next, we will consider all scores if you take more than one test. If you have taken the LSAT, we consider that the primary admission test, regardless if you have also submitted a GRE or JD-Next score(s). The standardized test score(s) that you submit must have been earned within five years of the expected date of your entry into law school. Because LSAC provides the Credential Assembly Service, any and all LSAT scores you may have earned within the past five years will be reported on the CAS report automatically. Applicants submitting GRE scores must separately request that all score reports be sent directly to UDSL. Please visit ets.org/gre to request that your score be sent to UDSL (School code for GRE score reporting is 0002-University of Dayton School of Law-Grad). Applicants submitting JD-Next scores must separately request that all scores be sent directly to UDSL. Please visit jdnext.org to request that your score be sent to UDSL. Please see LSAC.org and/or ets.org/gre and/or jdnext.org for more information about the accepted standardized tests and the organizations' score reporting policies. Complete and submit UDSL's application form along with a required personal statement, and optional statement and/or résumé. Make sure ALL required portions of the application are complete, including the character and fitness section. Please carefully read the signature statement before electronically submitting the application. Note for Internationally-educated Applicants: You must use the CAS if you completed your postsecondary degree outside the US (including its territories) or Canada. You do not need to request or submit transcripts for international studies through a study-abroad, consortium, or exchange program sponsored by a US or Canadian institution, and such studies are clearly indicated on your home campus transcript.

For candidates who are noncitizens of the US, an International Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), which will be incorporated into your CAS report.

Application Dates, Notification of Admissions Decisions and Confirmation of Enrollment Submit an application between September 1, 2026 and March 15, 2027. Though our priority application deadline is March 15, 2027, we may accept submission of an applicant's complete application materials until July 15, 2027 (though our entering class may be filled prior to this date). Please be sure to allow ample time prior to any deadlines for the proper submission of your letters of recommendation, transcripts, and test scores, specifically the GRE and JD-Next scores. Please note the Admissions Committee begins the review of an application only after UDSL has received all required application materials through CAS (or if applicable, ETS for GRE scores or Aspen Publishing for JD-Next scores). Review of applications will begin in late fall and will continue through late spring or until the entering class is filled. If accepted to UDSL, you are required to confirm your enrollment by submitting a nonrefundable $400 seat deposit by the date stated in your Letter of Acceptance. The seat deposit will be credited to your tuition and fees account for your first semester. Note: UDSL follows a rolling admissions process. Every attempt is made to inform an applicant of a decision as soon as possible after the application is completed. Because of the extremely detailed review of applications, some decisions may take longer than six weeks.

Questions or Concerns Prospective applicants who have questions regarding the admissions policy or process of UDSL are welcome to contact the Office of Admissions. The Office of Admissions staff also welcomes and encourages prospective applicants to visit UDSL.

Website: http://www.udayton.edu/law/ E-Mail: lawinfo@udayton.edu Phone: 937.229.3555

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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.

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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.

2027 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 2026, with decision notification starting in December 2026, and continuing until the process is completed. The final deadline to submit an application for the fall 2027 entering class is June 1, 2027, and all supporting materials must be received by NYLS by June 30, 2027.

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). 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 old TOEFL, 5.0 on the new 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 2027 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, 2027. The second seat deposit of $500 is due in June 2027. Please refer to the email offering you admission for the exact dates. These deposit deadlines are subject to change, and accepted applicants will be notified of their particular deposit due dates 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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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.

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.

Have you ever been expelled, suspended, disciplined, placed on academic probation, or received academic warning by any school, college, or university?

Required If you have answered yes to this question, please provide a statement explaining in full the circumstances related to this question.required

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.

Required If you have answered yes to this question, please provide a statement explaining in full the circumstances related to this question.required

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)?

Required If you have answered yes to this question, please provide a statement explaining in full the circumstances related to this question.required

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?

Required If you have answered yes to this question, please provide a statement explaining in full the circumstances related to this question.required

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. 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 on the University of Wyoming website. Residency questions should be directed to the University of Wyoming Office of the Registrar. Information on all tuition rates are found on the University of Wyoming website under Student Financial Aid.

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 are required to 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.

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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:

Additionally, if you answer "Yes", you must arrange for each prior law school attended to submit a Letter of Standing directly to the Office of Enrollment Management at lawadmissions@hofstra.edu. An official transcript from the institution must be submitted through LSAC.org.

JURIS DOCTOR PROGRAM APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates of the Juris Doctor program must:

1. Be at least 18 years of age upon entering the first-year class in the fall.

2. Have earned a US Bachelors degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited four-year institution.

3. Have a current LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) registration.

4. Have a current Law School Admission Test (LSAT) score on file, GRE test or JD-Next Score.

Application Options

Early Action Application (Non-Binding)

Hofstra Law offers a non-binding, early action application option for first-year candidates of the JD program. This option is designed for students who have completed all application requirements prior to the November 15th Early Action Deadline. To meet the Early Action Application Deadline, you must take the LSAT no later than November 1st. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis and candidates should be notified of a decision by December 15th.

Regular Application

The regular application may be submitted from September 1st to the April 15th deadline. Regular applications are also considered on a rolling basis and candidates should be notified within 6 to 8 weeks from completion (not submission) of the application.

Academic Dismissal

Applicants who have been academically dismissed from another ABA approved law school must wait at least two years before applying for admission to Hofstra Law School. Previously dismissed applicants must apply as first-year candidates and should provide detailed information and documentation from their prior law school regarding their former enrollment. Additionally, you must arrange for each prior law school attended to submit a Letter of Standing directly to the Office of Enrollment Management at lawadmissions@hofstra.edu. An official transcript from the institution must be submitted through LSAC.org.

Transfer Application

In addition to submitting your Transfer application, you must arrange for each prior law school attended to submit a Letter of Standing directly to the Office of Enrollment Management at lawadmissions@hofstra.edu. An official transcript from the institution must be submitted through LSAC.org.

Application Process

The Application Form. Applicants to Hofstra Law School must apply online through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Prospective candidates may add addendums, résumés, and other items of support by attaching the electronic document(s) to the online application. Failure to provide a complete application may result in processing delays.
Personal Statement. The Personal Statement provides an opportunity for you to present yourself, your background, your ideas, and your qualifications to the Admissions Committee. Please limit your statement to two double-spaced pages.
Application Fee. The application fee to apply to Hofstra Law School is waived with your electronic application submission through LSAC.
Optional: Letters of Recommendation. Recommendations provide useful information in the selection process and should come from those who have had an opportunity to carefully assess you over a sufficient period of time. All letters of recommendation must be sent to the Credential Assembly Service to be included with your law school report. Applicants may submit up to three letters of recommendation.
Register with the Credential Assembly Service. For more information, please visit the LSAC web site at LSAC.org or call at 215.968.1001.
Law School Admission Test (LSAT). You may submit a formal application to Hofstra Law School prior to taking the LSAT. However, your application will not be complete until all components of the application have been received.
Other Tests: In lieu of the LSAT, applicants may submit GRE scores or JD-Next scores, however, if an applicant has an LSAT score, Hofstra Law School will consider only the LSAT score.

Hofstra Law accepts all administrations of the LSAT for each entering fall class. If you have taken the LSAT within five years from the current application cycle, you do not need to retake the test.

Decision Notification

Decisions will be sent electronically to your primary email address. Please allow up to 8 weeks from the date your application is complete to receive a decision. For real-time application updates, please access your Applicant Status Online.

Contact Information:

Office of Enrollment Management

Phone: 516.463.5916
Email: lawadmissions@hofstra.edu

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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?

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for your interest in the Howard University School of Law (HUSL). Please read all application instructions carefully before submitting your application. The Admissions Committee will not begin reviewing an application until all required materials have been received.

Applicants are required to apply through the Law School Admission Council's (LSAC) electronic application service. Before submitting your application, please carefully review all information and materials to ensure your application is complete and accurate.

Please note that HUSL is not offering application fee waivers for the upcoming admissions cycle. As noted on our website, we are unable to make exceptions to this policy. Applicants should plan accordingly when submitting their application through LSAC.

After submitting your application through LSAC, applicants should use the LSAC Online Status Checker as the primary and only resource for monitoring the status of their application. The LSAC Online Status Checker is a free service that allows applicants to view application updates, confirm receipt of materials, monitor their admission status, and submit any required application updates or additional documents. HUSL does not accept application updates or supplemental documents submitted by email, standard mail, or directly to the Office of Admissions. All application updates and additional materials must be submitted through the LSAC Online Status Checker.

Official communications from the Howard University School of Law will be sent to the email address provided on the application. Applicants should regularly monitor their LSAC Online Status Checker, email inbox, and spam/junk folders throughout the admissions process to ensure they receive and respond to important updates in a timely manner.

Applicants who contact the Office of Admissions regarding the status of their application will be directed to the information available in the LSAC Online Status Checker. The Office of Admissions will not have additional status information beyond what is provided through the status checker.

We offer regular admissions events, information sessions, and office hours throughout the admissions cycle to provide prospective applicants with additional opportunities to learn about HUSL and the application process. Upcoming opportunities can be found on our Ways to Connect page. If you have admissions-related questions, we encourage you to attend an upcoming event or contact the Office of Admissions for assistance.

If you have questions regarding the application process or requirements, please contact the Office of Admissions before submitting your application at 202.806.8009 or husladmit@law.howard.edu.

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. Please do not forget to add the hours worked per week for work experience, leadership experience, volunteer/community service/work, etc. Please do not include references. Please do not add objective.

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.

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.

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.

Before You Submit Checklist

I have used my legal name and appropriate capitalization, exactly as it appears on my official documents.
I understand that I do not need to notify the Office of Admissions of changes to my mailing address, as all admissions correspondence is sent electronically.
I have utilized an email address that I will have access to throughout the admissions process.
I have confirmed that all required and optional documents have been correctly labeled and uploaded.
I have ensured that two to three Letters of Recommendation have been successfully submitted through LSAC.
If I answered "Yes" to any Character & Fitness question, I have also answered "Yes" to Question 10.
I have included a Character & Fitness Addendum addressing each Character & Fitness question for which I answered "Yes."
I have carefully reviewed my entire application for accuracy, completeness, and spelling, and I understand that submitted documents cannot be removed or replaced after submission.

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.

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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. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Applicants who answer "yes" to any of the questions in this section 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 this section of the application truthfully and completely could impact your eligibility for bar admission. If, at any time after submitting your application, circumstances arise that change your answer to any of these questions, you must contact the Office of Admissions for instructions on how to amend your application.

Have you ever been subject to discipline, formal or informal, by a college or university? This includes action regarding both academic conduct and other non-academic conduct. This includes matters for which you were found not responsible, as well as matters that have been dismissed or otherwise set aside.
Have you ever been cited for, charged with, or convicted of a criminal offense? This includes juvenile offenses, as well as matters that have been dismissed, subject to diversion or deferred prosecution, expunged, or otherwise set aside. Do not include speeding tickets or other minor traffic offenses, unless accompanied by allegations of operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Have you ever been a named party in any civil (non-criminal) cases?
Have you ever been subject to discipline, formal or informal, by a government, military, administrative, or professional licensing agency? This includes matters for which you were found not responsible, as well as matters that have been dismissed, subject to deferred action, expunged, or otherwise set aside.
Have you ever been subject to discipline, formal or informal, by an employer? This includes, but is not limited to, suspension for any period of time, termination, or resignation in lieu of termination.
Have you ever defaulted on a debt, filed a petition for bankruptcy, or failed to make timely payment of any tax obligation? Do you currently have any debt more than 120 days past due?
I have answered these questions truthfully and completely.
I understand that I am required to report any circumstances arising after submission of my application which would change my answer to any of these questions. Should such circumstances arise, I will immediately contact the Office of Admissions for instructions on amending my application.
I understand that my failure to report truthfully and completely any circumstances related to these questions could result in withdrawal of my application from consideration for admission, revocation of any offer of admission prior to matriculation, or suspension or expulsion from the University of New Mexico after matriculation. I further understand that my failure to report truthfully and completely any circumstances related to these questions could impact my eligibility for bar admission.

DEADLINES

All required materials must be received on or before the listed dates to meet each deadline listed below.

February 1 - Priority Deadline for Admission & Merit-Based Scholarships* April 1 - Regular Decision Deadline July 15 - Late Decision Deadline (Application Closes)

*Submission of a completed application prior to the priority deadline does not guarantee an offer of admission or scholarship.

SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION

ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS Admitted applicants are automatically considered for academic merit scholarships. Those who submit a completed application on or before February 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. Priority consideration does not guarantee an offer of admission or scholarship.

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

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 February 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. No decisions will be issued during university closures or on university holidays.

Those who submit or complete their application after February 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.

Those who submit or complete their application after April 1 will be considered for admission only if seats remain 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 three (3) 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.

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.

All applications to the Residential J.D. program MUST be submitted electronically through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). The Fall 2027 application cycle begins in September 2026. The application deadline for Fall 2027 is June 30, 2027. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Please carefully complete all required sections. Failure to do so may delay the processing of your application. In order to be considered, an application must be transmitted and your application file must be complete with all supporting documentation and additional requirements.

The Admissions Committee typically begins admitting applicants by late November. All completed applications are carefully reviewed in their entirety to determine whether the applicant possesses the academic preparation and motivation to successfully complete a rigorous law school curriculum. Committee members attempt to gauge each applicant's prior academic performance, expected performance, and writing skills. While LSAT or GRE scores and undergraduate GPA are important factors, the Admissions Committee also considers personal statements, letters of recommendation, and supplemental materials.

Checklist of J.D. Application Requirements: Completed Application Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Law School Report (including all transcripts and letters of recommendation) LSAT Score Report (included with CAS) OR GRE Score (report directly from ETS) Two Letters of Recommendation Personal Statement Resume Transfer Applicants must also submit

Complete Transcript from your current law school Letter of Good Standing from your current law school Your Cumulative GPA and Class Rank must be included in this documentation from your current law school Application Please complete the appropriate Albany Law School J.D. application, making certain that you select the correct program and term in which you wish to enroll. Please be sure to answer all required questions completely. Failure to do so may delay the processing of your application.

Law School Admission Test (LSAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Either an LSAT or GRE score is required for all JD applicants. A valid reportable score must be received directly from LSAC or ETS. You are encouraged to sit for your test by the Fall of 2026. Should you opt to take the LSAT more than once, Albany Law School will consider all LSAT scores presented by an individual applicant, but more weight is given to the highest LSAT score. Test scores older than five years from the anticipated year of matriculation will not be accepted.

Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Law School Report Registration with the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) is required. The following materials MUST be submitted through this service:

Two letters of recommendation, preferably from faculty who can address your academic and intellectual abilities. Letters from employers or professional recommendations are also acceptable, especially from applicants who received their undergraduate degree five or more years prior. Only two letters are required, but up to four will be accepted. Transcripts from ALL colleges, graduate, professional, or technical schools you have attended, as a matriculated or non-matriculated, whether or not a degree was earned. Please note that the J.D. degree program requires that, at minimum, a Bachelor-level degree has been earned prior to the start of J.D. coursework. If you have one or more reportable LSAT scores, those will also be automatically included in your CAS report. If you elect to take the GRE in lieu of the LSAT, you must separately request that ETS send a score report to Albany Law School, in addition to requesting your CAS report from LSAC. Personal Statement A personal statement is required. Your personal statement should be written in your own words and limited to 3 pages on a topic of your choice that will provide additional insight into your experiences, qualifications and interests. While there is no required topic, if you are unsure of a topic, you may consider sharing why you are interested in pursuing a law degree, what your anticipated career goals/interests are at this time, or why you are interested in pursuing your education at Albany Law School.

Resume Please include all employment, publications, any substantive extra-curricular activities, scholastic accomplishments and community service.

Character & Fitness If you answer ?yes? to any of the character and fitness questions, you must submit a detailed statement, including 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 preferred, when available. 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.

Additional Addenda (optional) Albany Law School values a wide range of lived experiences and perspectives that our students contribute to our community and classes. We also acknowledge that many applicants have overcome obstacles or hardships to achieve their current level of education. If you feel there is information not shared elsewhere in your application that the Admissions Committee may find relevant to their review process, you may choose to submit an optional statement and/or additional addenda.

Brief optional addenda may also be useful to explain LSAT score discrepancies, grade inconsistencies, gaps in work history, or to provide context for reviewers on any other topic you feel is relevant to their decision. If not already included in your personal statement, you may also wish to share why you are specifically interested in pursuing your goals at Albany Law School.

Certification All applicants must electronically certify that the information provided in this application, including supporting documents and attachments, is correct, true, and subject to verification. The applicant understands that any offer of admission and/or financial assistance is contingent upon the accuracy and completeness of this application. The applicant has an ongoing obligation to promptly notify the Albany Law School Admissions Office should there be any change to information included in this application, supporting documents, or attachments, even after acceptance or enrollment.

Evidence of English Proficiency If English is not the primary language in which your prior education was delivered, applicants are required to provide evidence of English proficiency via a TOEFL® or IELTS score report.

Financial Documentation Required for International Students A completed "International Student Financial Statement" is required to document the applicant's ability to pay the cost of attendance and in order to prepare the I-20 necessary to obtain the F-1 student visa. This financial statement should be submitted upon receipt of an official offer of admission.

Questions Contact the Albany Law School Admissions Office at 518-445-2326 or admissions@albanylaw.edu.

Albany Law School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition status, criminal conviction or age in its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Albany Law School, 80 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, N.Y. 12208, 518-445-2311

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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:

Submit a statement explaining the circumstances of each incident.
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?

Thank you for your interest in The University of Tulsa College of Law. As you complete this application, please do not leave questions blank. If you require additional space to answer a question, provide an addendum or resume through the supplemental information section under the attachments tab. To indicate an addendum or resume is being included, type "see resume" or "see addendum" in the space provided. If you encounter an application question that does not apply to you, answer with "NA" to indicate that the question is not applicable.

In addition to a completed application, please take a moment to review the below list of required documentation:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION All applicants to the College of Law must provide the following required documentation:

Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) score or Graduate Records Examination (GRE) score. The school code to release your GRE report is 1384. Credential Assembly Service (CAS). A completed CAS report must be released to the UTulsa Law via LSAC. The CAS report will include your LSAT score(s) and writing sample, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. For international applicants, the CAS report must also contain a copy of your TOEFL or IELTS score and transcript evaluation (by LSAC CAS).
Transcripts. You must make arrangements for official copies of all college and graduate school transcripts to be sent to LSAC so that they may be added to your CAS report. If you have attended multiple institutions, we require transcripts from each one. NOTE: Applicants who have earned undergraduate degrees from institutions outside the United States or Canada MUST also have their transcripts evaluated through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service.
Two letters of recommendation. If possible, recommendation letters should be from your prelaw advisor, professor, dean, or similar party who is familiar with your personal, academic, and/or professional development. Letters must not be more than 18 months old. Though academic references are preferred, letters may also be written by employers and professional acquaintances for those who have been out of academia for some time. We will not accept letters of recommendation from any relative. You are required to use the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service for your two letters of recommendation. Personal statement/Statement of Purpose. 1-3 pages, double spaced.. Topics may include but are not limited to how you envision leveraging your J.D., what life experiences motivate your decision to pursue a legal education, obstacles overcome and how those have influenced your interest in legal study, and what attributes you would bring to the UTulsa Law community and legal profession. Reviewers will rely upon your personal statement to assess your writing skills, seriousness of purpose as it relates to the study of law, and readiness to withstand the rigors of legal study. Your statement must be your own work product and no one should assist in the creation beyond basic proofreading or critiquing. The use of generative AI programs (such as Chat GPT, Claude, Gemini, or other similar technologies) in aid of preparing any application material is not permitted. Spell check and programs that review grammar, like Grammarly, are allowed. Assistive technology used as an accommodation by those with documented disabilities is permitted.

Resume. Please attach a resume showing any student organization involvement, work, extracurricular activities, publications, languages spoken, or leadership positions during your college years. High school information should not be included. Addenda. You MUST submit documentation showing disposition/outcome for any YES answers in the Character and Fitness section of this application. Supplemental Information. You are welcome to submit statements on additional matters that impact your candidacy or interest in law. These should be submitted as supplemental information under the attachments tab. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

In addition to the above items 1-7, international applicants are required to submit the following:

Proof of English proficiency as evidenced by a TOEFL or IELTS score. Duolingo is not accepted by the College of Law. Please NOTE that an original official copy of your TOEFL or IELTS score must be sent to LSAC so that it may appear in your LSAC CAS report. The minimum overall TOEFL score required for consideration of admission is as follows: 1. Internet-based Total: 90 2. Computer-based Total: 233 3. Paper-based Total: 570 Minimum required score for the Academic Version of the IELTS: 7.0 (Overall Band Score)

Please NOTE: If admitted to The University of Tulsa College of Law, international applicants must provide proof of financial resources as evidenced by a completed Confirmation of Financial Resources (CFR) Form.

TRANSFER APPLICANTS

In addition to the above items 1-7, transfer applicants must provide the following:

A separate addendum explaining reason for transfer (submitted with application via LSAC website). A letter of good standing (with class rank included) from the dean's office of current law school (mailed directly to The University of Tulsa College of Law, Office of Admissions at 3120 E. Fourth Place Suite 2433 Tulsa, OK 74104 or emailed to lawadmissions@utulsa.edu directly from the current law school).
Law school transcript reflecting all first year grades (sent to LSAC). APPLICATION REVIEW & TIMELINE

Upon receipt of your application, the Office of Admissions will send you an email confirming your application has been successfully submitted. This email will also include instructions on how to check your application status online. The Office of Admissions will not formally review your application until all required documentation is received.

From the first day that your application is under formal review, the evaluation process will generally take anywhere from 3-6 weeks before a decision is made. Decision notification is made via the online status checker. Please note that third party sources may be considered during the application review process.

If you have any questions about the application or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Admissions at 918-631-2406 or lawadmissions@utulsa.edu.

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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. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

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.)

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 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.)

Fall 2027 Application

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 2027 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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Application for admission is considered only upon receipt of the following materials:

The completed application form:

This application can only be accessed online unless accommodation is necessary. Please read each question carefully.

LSAC Law School Reports

This will include your CAS application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. You can access more information about the application process at https://www.usd.edu/Admissions-and-Aid/Law-School-Admissions/How-to-Apply

Two letters of recommendation

Letters of recommendation must be submitted by instructors, employers, or supervisors. Applicants who have received their undergraduate or graduate degree within the preceding three years must include an academic letter of recommendation as one of the two letters. Otherwise, letters should be from instructors, employers, or supervisors. In evaluating the applicant's aptitude, character, and promise, the Admissions Committee will discount any perfunctory letters from persons only casually acquainted with the applicant. Letters may be submitted directly to USD Knudson School of Law OR through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service. (LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service is preferred method of submission.)

Transfer Applicants: It is recommended that one of your recommendations is from a member of the faculty at your current law school.

A personal statement

The statement should detail evidence of qualities beyond academic abilities, such as leadership ability, service to others, maturity, organizational skills, familiarity with other languages and cultures, a history of overcoming disadvantage, extraordinary accomplishment, or success in a previous career. The statement should also explain what contributions you may bring to the University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law and the legal profession while also explaining why you desire to study law.

The USD Knudson School of Law is committed to recruiting a well-rounded and diverse class of incoming students. If you would like to submit an additional diversity statement, you may email that to law@usd.edu.

Application fee of forty dollars ($40)

The South Dakota Board of Regents charges a fee for all applications to any programs offered through a South Dakota state-supported college or university. If you should require any further information about an application fee or fee waiver, please contact the Director of Admissions at 605-658-3505.

Important Notes and Reminders

Before an application for admission can be considered, the Dean?s Office must receive the entirety of your application through LSAC.org. Please do not forget to enclose or electronically attach your personal statement. The application deadline is July 1st. We evaluate applications on a continuing basis and will consider applications leading up to the July 1st deadline as space allows. It is the applicant?s responsibility to ensure completion of the application. If you have any questions, call the Director of Admissions at 605-658-3505.

Ethnicity is collected for demographic purposes only and will not be shared with the Admissions Committee.

The Knudson School of Law may request an interview or supplemental application materials prior to a final decision being made. All requests will be sent to the primary email address listed on your application.

If you wish to be considered for scholarships a free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required. The information necessary for determining eligibility is contained in the completed application; there is not a separate application form for scholarships. Preference for scholarships will be given to individuals who complete their applications by January 1.

Out-of-state students who score 150+ on the LSAT qualify for the resident tuition rate for all three years. This only applies to candidates who take the LSAT and will not apply to applicants who apply with a GRE or JD Next score.

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.

Your LSAT score should be no more than five years old. LSAT scores more than five years old will not be considered in the admissions process. For questions on this matter, please contact the Director of Admissions at 605-658-3505.

Full-time law school students cannot maintain employment of twenty (20) hours or more per week during any law school semester. This rule does not apply to flex-time students. For more information about the Flex-Time program, please contact the Director of Admissions at 605-658-3505.

Financial aid is not administered through the law school. All loan applications are processed through the University Financial Aid Office. The current needs analysis being used is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The form is online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. For any questions related to Financial Aid, contact Financial Aid at 605-658-6250.

All correspondence should be directed to:

The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law Admissions 414 East Clark Street Vermillion, SD 57069-2390

Please retain a copy of this application for your records.

Note: If you have served or are serving on active military duty, you may qualify for in-state residency regardless of your current state of residence. Please contact the Veteran's Services Office for more information: 605-658-3881

The University of South Dakota is committed to diversity and inclusion, as well the provision of equal opportunities in education. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status or on any other status that may become protected under law. The University affirms its commitment to the objectives of affirmative action, equal opportunity, and non-discrimination in accordance with state and federal law. Inquiries may be sent to the Director, Equal Opportunity and Chief Title IX Coordinator, Slagle Hall 205, Vermillion, SD 57069 or 605-658-3665.

If you are a prospective student with a disability and need assistance or accommodations during the admission/application process, please contact the Office of Accessibility, University of South Dakota, ID Weeks Library #103, 414 E. Clark St., Vermillion, SD 57069. Phone: 605-658-3745 Fax: 605-658-3357 E-mail: accessibility@usd.edu

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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.

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?

TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION:

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, 2026.

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 2027 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. Applicants taking only the GRE are encouraged to email the Office of Enrollment Management in order for a a score report to be received. 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 up to three will be accepted. 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 2027 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 summer. 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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Minority Student Program (MSP)

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Application Materials

Application Fee

Law School Admission Test (LSAT)

Transcripts

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Personal Statement

Application Deadlines and Financial Aid

Binding Early Decision Program

Round 1

Round 2

Regular Decision

Financial Aid

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

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

Notice Regarding Transfer After Matriculation in an ABA-Variance Approved Program

Non-Discrimination Policy

Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment

Title IX

Student Code of Conduct

J.D. Application - Fall (August)

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3+3 APPLICANTS:

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Welcome

Part I — Before You Apply

Eligibility for Admission

Choosing a Program

Application Timeline

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Required Application Materials

Early Decision Program

Standardized Testing

Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

Letters of Recommendation

Personal Statement and Optional Materials

Dean's Certification

International Applicants

Admissions Interviews

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Holistic Review

Admissions Decisions

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Rescission of Offers of Admission

Deadlines for First-Year Juris Doctor (JD) Applicants

Application for Admission:

First Year Juris Doctor (JD) Law Student Application

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Application Options

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Decision Notification

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Early Decision

International Applicants

Application Fee

LSAT and GRE Information

Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

Attachments

Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

Statements of Motivations & Goals

Resume

Character and Fitness

Optional Statements