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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 that jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners. Appalachian School of Law is committed to providing an educational program that ultimately will qualify its graduates for admission to the bar and prepare them to participate effectively in the legal profession. While Appalachian School of Law is prohibited by Virginia statute from requiring disclosure of information concerning arrests or charges that have been officially expunged (see Virginia Code § 19.2-392.4), state bar examiners may require that bar applicants disclose such information and closely compare disclosures on law school applications with such disclosures on applications for bar admissions. A vital component of all applications for bar membership is full disclosure in the character and fitness evaluation. Applicants who intend to practice law should be aware that admission to the bar in all states involves character, fitness and other qualifications. Applicants are encouraged to determine what those requirements are in the state(s) in which they intend to practice by consulting the website of the National Conference of Bar Examiners at http://www.ncbex.org.

For each question with a "yes" response, you must provide an explanation in the text boxes provided. The explanation(s) should include date, location, a brief description of the violation(s), and the final outcome or resolution.

For example:

Date: July 4, 2009 Location: Your town, State, USA Violation: Speeding. I received a ticket for going 45 mph in a 25 mph school zone. Final Outcome: I was found guilty in traffic court and paid all required fines and court costs in full. I have no pending traffic citations or tickets.

Regardless of the outcome, have you ever been arrested, cited, ticketed for or charged with any violation of the law, including juvenile offenses and traffic violations? (Note: In other words, all violations of the law must be reported.)
Are there any disciplinary charges pending or expected to be brought against you?
Have you ever been subjected to a civil forfeiture, civil fine, or sanction for civil contempt?
Have you ever been a named party to a civil action?
Have you ever been the subject of disciplinary proceedings at a college or university or with respect to a professional or occupational license?
Have you ever been suspended, dismissed, or placed on probation for academic performance?

Admission Requirements

To apply for admission to Appalachian School of Law (ASL), you must provide the following:

A completed electronic application. ASL has a paperless admissions process, so all applicants must apply electronically.
All applicants must register with the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). ASL will refer to your CAS report during the file review process.
An original personal statement of 500 words or more describing your professional goals and qualifications.
Two letters of recommendation (current within two years) provided through the Credential Assembly Service. Applicants may provide additional letters specific to their ASL application.
A current resume covering educational, professional, and volunteer history.
The application fee is waived for the 2026-2027 enrollment year.
If you are admitted and you matriculate at Appalachian School of Law, you will be required to obtain official copies of all undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts by a specified date, which is typically two weeks before the first day of class.
All U.S. Permanent Residents must submit a copy--front and back--of their residency card.

Applicants for admission must be in a position to complete all requirements for a bachelor's degree before enrolling at Appalachian School of Law. Only students who have in fact completed all requirements for a bachelor's degree are eligible to enroll at Appalachian School of Law.

Appalachian School of Law is authorized to issue I-20 documents required to obtain an F-1 student visa.

All documents received by Appalachian School of Law in connection with such applications for admission become the property of the law school. Under no circumstance will they be duplicated, returned to the applicant, or forwarded to any agency or other college or university.

Financial Aid Information

Appalachian School of Law offers merit-based scholarships, Federal Stafford Loans (Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized), Direct Graduate Plus Loans, and the Federal Work Study Program.

To apply for loan assistance or scholarships, you are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be completed prior to acceptance. You may complete the FAFSA online at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

The federal school code for ASL is G35593.

The law school reserves the right to change, eliminate, or add to without notice the admission requirements, schedules, policies, practices, programs, procedures, tuition, and fees.

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Barry Law

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ON THE APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

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 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 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 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. Please be aware that if you answer “YES” to any of the following questions and are offered admission to Barry University School of Law, this is no guarantee by the law school that you will likewise gain admission to any particular state bar (including the Florida Bar). Admission to a state bar is a process separate from admission to law school, and each state bar makes its own determination of whether an applicant is fit to be admitted to its bar. 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. 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 at www.ncbex.org/. 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 jurisdictions’ bar admission authorities.

Please pay close attention to the information that has been requested on the following questions of your Application for Admission. If your answer to any of these questions is “yes,” you are required to provide a complete statement explaining the applicable

Educational Institution Discipline. (Academic Probation, Suspension, Expulsion) Answer the following question "Yes" or "No". If your answer is YES, an addendum addressing this issue MUST be included. Have you ever been warned, placed on academic probation, suspended, or expelled? If yes, provide a complete statement including the circumstances, the offense date, institution, and resolution or punishment.
If you answered "yes" to the above question please explain: (maximum characters 2500)
Educational Institution Discipline (Academic Dishonesty). Answer the following question "Yes" or "No." If yes, an addendum addressing this issue must be included. Have you ever been the subject of or accused of cheating, plagiarism, or other academic dishonesty at any school? If yes, provide a complete statement including the circumstances, the offense date, institution, and resolution or punishment.
If you answered "yes" to the above question please explain: (maximum characters 2500)
Education Institution Discipline. (Honor or Student Conduct Code Violations, Warnings or Probations) Has any type of honor code, ethics or conduct code complaint been made against you, or have you ever been investigated for any of these at any undergraduate, graduate or law school institution? If your answer is "yes", please supply all details of the matter(s), including but not limited to (1) date(s) involved, (2) specific charges or the specific conduct involved, (3) name, address and telephone number of both the academic institution and the particular office or person involved in investigating or charging, (4) whether any hearing was held on any such complaint(s) or charge(s), and (5) regardless of whether any hearing was held, the specific resolution of the complaint(s) or charge(s).
If you answered "yes" to the above question please explain: (maximum characters 2500)
Felony Offense(s) Answer the following question "Yes" or "No." If yes, an addendum addressing the issue must be included. In your entire life, have you ever been arrested, detained, or restrained, taken into custody, or accused formally or informally of a felony, whether or not the charge was later reduced to a misdemeanor, other lesser charge or dismissed? If yes, provide a copy of the final disposition and a complete explanation of the circumstances leading to the arrest, the subsequent action taken by the authorities, and the final disposition, including information about the conviction, incarceration, probation, and restoration of civil rights.
If you answered "yes" to the above question please explain: (maximum characters 5000)
Misdemeanor Offense(s). Answer the following question "Yes" or "No." If yes, an addendum addressing this issue must be included. In your entire life, have you ever been arrested, detained, or restrained, taken into custody, or accused formally or informally of a misdemeanor offense? If yes, provide a complete explanation of the circumstances leading to the arrest(s), the subsequent action taken by authorities, and the final disposition, including conviction, incarceration, and probation.
If you answered "yes" to the above question please explain: (maximum characters 5000)
Sealed or Expunged Records. Answer the following question "Yes" or "No." In your entire life, have you ever had any record expunged or sealed by a court or any other authority or institution? If yes, provide a complete explanation of the underlying circumstances regarding the record(s) sealed or expunged.
If you answered "yes" to the above question please explain: (maximum characters 5000)
Civil Litigation. Answer the following question "Yes" or "No." If yes, an addendum addressing this issue must be included. In your entire life, have you ever been a defendant, counter-defendant, cross-defendant, respondent, or third**-**party defendant in any civil court proceeding? This includes, but is not limited to, default judgments, business proceedings, tax, or other governmental liens/assessments, and bankruptcy. If yes, list each and provide a summary of facts and final disposition.
If you answered "yes" to the above question please explain: (maximum characters 5000)

Complete your application to Barry Law using the LSAC electronic application; the application will automatically be certified through this process. Be sure to include the date.
Attach your personal statement and resume to the application. At Barry University School of Law, we value diversity and commitment to public service. Your personal statement may address diversity and a commitment to public service, and/or your motivation to attend law school, any obstacles you have overcome, or your intended goals once your law degree has been awarded. The personal statement should be 1 to 2 pages, double spaced, and on one side of the page(s). Do not attach writing samples or other such material to your application.
Make sure that you check the correct response regarding citizenship and that you accurately answer each question. List EVERY undergraduate school attended and provide an official transcript to LSAC. Include graduate and post graduate institutions.
If you answer "yes" to any of the Character and Fitness questions, you must provide a detailed explanation, including dates as well as the circumstances surrounding the incident. In some cases, court documentation may be requested. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is accurate and complete before transmitting your application. It is strongly recommended that you save a copy of your application for future reference. The priority deadlines to submit your application is May 1st for the Fall semester and November 15th for the Spring semester. Barry Law will accept applications until all seats are filled.
Register for the CAS and verify that all undergraduate transcripts are sent for inclusion in your CAS Report. We require at least one letter of recommendation and at least two letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged.

Barry University follows a rolling admissions policy and we accept applications until all seats are filled. If accepted, a $200 non-refundable seat deposit is required to hold your seat. This deposit will be credited towards tuition. If you choose to enroll, your CAS report should contain copies of transcripts from each undergraduate institution attended. You should also have a final transcript with the degree conferred forwarded for inclusion in the CAS report.

If your contact information changes from the time of the initial application, please contact the admissions office immediately. You will receive an email with your username and password after submitting your application. It is important to have a valid email address listed on your application to utilize the online status check feature as well as enable the receipt of important communications throughout the application and admissions process.

Please contact us at lawadmissions@barry.edu if you have any questions regarding the application process.

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California Western

Applicants are required to answer the following questions fully and honestly. Applicants have a continuing duty prior to and after matriculation to inform California Western of any and all changes to their answers to these questions. Failure to make such disclosure(s) may result in revocation of admission or disciplinary action by California Western, or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which the applicant seeks 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.

Have you ever been found guilty of an honor code violation (or its equivalent) at any institution of higher learning?
Provide a full explanation that specifies the surrounding circumstances, applicable dates, and repercussions of each honor code violation. Attach additional documentation ONLY IF your explanation exceeds the character limits allotted. (maximum characters 5000)
Have you ever, either as an adult or a juvenile, been apprehended, cited, arrested, taken into custody for, charged with, indicted or tried for, or pleaded guilty or no contest (nolo contendere) to the commission of any felony or misdemeanor or the violation of any law, except for minor traffic violations unrelated to the use of intoxicants, or been the subject of juvenile delinquency or youthful offender proceedings, or is any such action pending or expected to be brought against you? Answer affirmatively even if the applicable offense has been dismissed or expunged.
Provide a full explanation that specifies the surrounding circumstances, applicable dates, and the sentencing, if any, be it incarceration, probation, community service, community control, restitution, fine, revocation or suspension of driving privileges, or suspension of sentence altogether. Attach additional documentation ONLY IF your explanation exceeds the character limits allotted. (maximum characters 5000)
Have you ever been a plaintiff or defendant in a civil lawsuit?
Provide a full explanation that specifies the surrounding circumstances, whether you were the plaintiff or defendant, applicable dates, and the outcome of each lawsuit. Attach additional documentation ONLY IF your explanation exceeds the character limits allotted. (maximum characters 5000)
Have you ever been informally or formally dropped, suspended, warned, placed on disciplinary probation, expelled, or requested to resign or allowed to resign in lieu of discipline by any educational institution, or otherwise subjected to any academic or non-academic discipline by any such institution or requested or advised by any such institution to discontinue your studies therein?
Provide a full explanation that specifies the surrounding circumstances, applicable dates, and repercussions of every disciplinary action taken against you. Attach additional documentation ONLY IF your explanation exceeds the character limits allotted. (maximum characters 5000)
Has any governmental or administrative agency (including any branch of the armed forces), or employer ever taken disciplinary action against you?
Provide a full explanation that specifies the surrounding circumstances, applicable dates, and repercussions of every disciplinary action taken against you. Attach additional documentation ONLY IF your explanation exceeds the character limits allotted. (maximum characters 5000)

GENERAL Applications must be processed electronically through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Any supporting documents or supplemental statements should also be processed through LSAC's electronic application service or sent via e-mail to admissions@cwsl.edu. Our priority application deadline is April 1, 2027. However, we continue to accept applications after that on a rolling basis typically until July 31, 2027.

PART-TIME EVENING JD PROGRAM Please note that our part-time JD program is an evening program, which is designed primarily for working professionals or individuals with family responsibilities or other commitments that might prevent them from enrolling in the full-time program. Please click here for more information about our part-time evening program.

JD/MBA DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAM You must apply separately to California Western and San Diego State University. Please click here to view the program and application timeframe and requirements.

ADMISSION TEST All applicants are required to take at least one of the following exams: the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) General Test, or the JD-Next Exam. We must receive your score report no later than July of your law school entering class year. You may choose which test to take; however, please note the following guidelines:

If you take the LSAT in addition to the GRE or JD-Next Exam, you must submit all reportable LSAT scores but may choose whether or not to submit your GRE or JD-Next score(s). If you elect to submit a GRE and/or JD-Next score, you must submit all reportable GRE and/or JD-Next scores on file with the Educational Testing Service (ETS) or Aspen Publishing, as applicable. GRE scores should be submitted directly to California Western by ETS using California Western's ETS school code, 0118. For the JD-Next Exam, please follow Aspen Publishing's instructions regarding how to submit your score report to CWSL. If you are applying only with a GRE or JD-Next score, you are still required to subscribe to and utilize LSAC's CAS system for the submission of your application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE In evaluating your undergraduate GPA, the following factors will be considered: The age of the grades, difficulty of coursework, outside commitments while attending college, dependent care during school, grading patterns at the school attended, and grade trends or discrepancies among your grades.

PERSONAL STATEMENT (REQUIRED) A personal statement is an important and required part of your application. This statement should be limited to no more than three double-spaced pages typed in 12-point font. There is no specific prompt for you to write on. This statement should enable the reviewer to know you, your interests, and/or challenges that you may have experienced that have led you to this stage in your life.

ADVERSITY STATEMENT (OPTIONAL) An applicant who believes that their background or life experience may have adversely affected them and their past educational performance, should provide detailed information about their background or life experience in this separate adversity statement. You may describe any challenges, disadvantages, traumatic events, forms of social exclusion, or any other kinds of adversity that you have experienced, and how these life experiences may have adversely affected you and your past educational performance. If so, please discuss how you overcame these adverse experiences and/or how they have shaped the person you are.

PERCEIVED WEAKNESS STATEMENT (OPTIONAL) An applicant who believes that their application contains any perceived weakness(es) (such as a low undergraduate GPA or a low admission test score) should provide a statement to further explain the perceived weakness(es) in their application.

ORIGINAL WORK Aside from editing assistance, all the writing in this application and any supporting materials (other than letters of recommendation) must be your own original work and not generated in whole or in part by artificial intelligence tools (e.g. ChatGPT). The submission of any false, incomplete, or AI-generated materials may be grounds for denial of admission, or if discovered after admission, grounds for revocation of your admission, dismissal from California Western School of Law, or revocation of your degree.

PRIOR LAW SCHOOL ATTENDANCE If you attended another law school, you must provide a letter of attendance stating the dates of enrollment and withdrawal and a transcript from each law school attended. Students who have been academically disqualified from law school previously are only eligible to apply for admission beginning with the first entering class starting more than two years after the date of their dismissal.

DUTY TO UPDATE Please ensure your contact information includes your legal name and a beginning and estimated end date for each address provided. If you have any updates to your application, please send them to admissions@cwsl.edu.

FONTS Do not use all caps or all lowercase print.

DECISIONS All decision information is delivered via email. Admission decisions can take up to 4-6 weeks from the time an application is complete and ready for review. This timeline is subject to change based on where we are in the admissions cycle. For example, it could take longer to receive an admission decision during peak application review times, such as January and April.

If you have questions about the application, please contact us at (619) 525-1401 or admissions@cwsl.edu.

STATEMENT FOR NON-DISCRIMINATION California Western School of Law does not discriminate on the basis of age; ancestry; citizenship status; color; creed; disability or medical condition; gender; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; gender identity or expression; marital, military or parental status; national origin; race; religion; sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. For questions about discrimination on the basis of a disability or to file a Section 504 complaint alleging discrimination on the basis of a disability, contact the Vice Dean for Academic & Student Affairs, located at 225 Cedar Street, Second Floor, San Diego, CA 92101, (619) 525-1409.

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Capital

Answer each of the following questions YES or NO. If you answer YES, you must submit a supplemental electronic attachment which fully describes the date(s) and details of the disclosed act or event (see Attachments section). If a new event(s) or change in circumstance(s) should arise after you submit this application, you are REQUIRED to submit a signed and dated explanation detailing the new event/circumstance. It is of critical importance that all questions below be answered truthfully. 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 questions 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 Admission Office of any changes to your answers, will likely 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. If you are in doubt, disclose.

You have an ongoing obligation to report any conduct that would require you to answer "Yes" to any of the questions in this section during the pendency of your application. If an offer of admission is extended to you, the obligation to report conduct applicable to the questions in this section continues until your first day of class at Capital University Law School, after which your obligation continues to extend to disclosures to Capital Law's Dean of Student Affairs.

Academic Misconduct. Have you ever been investigated, suspended, expelled, or disciplined, formally or informally, by any school, college, or university above the high school level? This includes academic probation.
Military Service. Have you ever been separated from any branch of the US armed forces under less than honorable conditions?
Criminal Offenses. Have you ever been arrested, served a summons, cited, indicted, taken into custody, charged, tried, or investigated for a felony, misdemeanor, infraction, or probation violation? (Include all incidents as a juvenile or adult, no matter how minor the charge, guilty or not, exonerated or not, whether or not sentencing was withheld, excluding only non-moving traffic violations that resulted in a penalty less than $25.00. You must include criminal and/or juvenile matters that have been expunged.) You need not include information about parking or moving violations, although please note that some state bar associations may request this information.
Civil Suits. Have you ever, in any capacity, been a party to, named, or described in any civil proceeding, action, or suit, including divorce, any court case, bankruptcy, or administrative proceeding?
Licensure. Have you ever been the subject of any complaint, grievance, or proceedings that either sought or resulted in your admonition, reprimand, censure, suspension, discipline, citation, contempt, or fine as a member of any profession or occupation, or as the holder of any license?
Termination of Employment. Have you ever, for any reason, been terminated from employment or requested to resign by an employer?
Misrepresentation, Fraud, Etc. Have you ever been charged, formally or informally, with misrepresentation, fraud, misapplication, perjury/false swearing, or misappropriation of property, either individually or in a representative capacity (i.e., as an officer of a business entity, partner or other fiduciary relationship)?
Denied Licensure. Have you ever been denied any license or certificate requiring proof of good moral character?
Default of Financial Duty. Are you, either individually or in association with others, in default in any way in the performance or discharge of any duty or obligation imposed on you by decree of any court, including, but not limited to alimony, maintenance or child support?
Default on Indebtedness. Have you at any time in the past ten (10) years, either individually or in association with others, been in default on or past due for more that sixty (60) days on any indebtedness, including those barred by a Statute of Limitations?
Previous Dismissals. Have you ever been dismissed from or denied readmission to any law school or professional organization?
Overthrow of Government. Have you ever supported or advocated the overthrow of the U.S. government by force?
Sealed Record. Have you ever had a record sealed which contained facts relating to you?
Undisclosed Facts. 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?

Application for Capital Law JD Applicants, Fall 2027

Application Overview

The Capital University Law School (hereinafter "Capital Law") requires that you submit your application electronically through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) website at LSAC.org. All applicants must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), administered by the LSAC, and establish an account with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). All related information and policies are available on the LSAC website at LSAC.org. The LSAC Help Desk is available at (215) 968-1001 if you have questions. We typically receive completed applications electronically from LSAC within one hour of your submission. We appreciate your interest and time in applying to Capital Law.

Please read the following detailed instructions prior to completing the application.

Consumer Information

Prerequisites

Application and Decision Cycle

Application Checklist

Academic Transcripts

Foreign Academic Transcripts and the TOEFL

Law School Admission Test (LSAT)

Supplemental Materials

Deferrals

Bar Admission

Application Instructions

Consumer Information

ABA Standard 509 Required Disclosures http://law.capital.edu/required-disclosures/

Right to Know http://www.capital.edu/About-Capital/Facts-and-Figures/Consumer-Information/

Annual Safety and Security Report http://www.capital.edu/security-reports

Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to the Juris Doctor program, you must obtain a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. For more information about regional accreditation visit: https://www.chea.org\

Application and Decision Cycle

Capital Law enrolls a new class once per year for the Fall semester only. We strongly encourage you to submit your application and supporting documents no later than March 31, 2027. The final deadline for receipt of application materials is July 9, 2027. Capital Law makes admission decisions on a rolling basis, with the first offers of admission expected in mid-October. We respect an applicant's time during this process and aim to release a decision 4-6 weeks after submission after this date, although some files may require additional time and review. An incomplete file will not be reviewed. We will notify you via email when your application has been received. We will also include instructions on how to check the status of your application online.

Application Checklist

Use the checklist below to ensure that all components of your application are complete. Unless otherwise indicated, all items listed below are required components of your online application.

Completed Online Application: All applications must be submitted electronically through LSAC.

Application Fee: In the spirit of Capital Law's mission to provide access to justice, Capital Law does not charge an application fee.

Personal Statement: Uploaded electronic attachment

Resumé: Uploaded electronic attachment

Letters of Recommendation: All letters must be submitted electronically through LSAC's Letter of Recommendation Service.

LSAC Law School Report: The LSAC Law School Report is submitted directly to the law school by LSAC and includes your LSAT Score, Undergraduate Transcripts and Graduate Transcripts (if applicable). All transcripts must be mailed directly from your academic institution to LSAC.

Optional Essays, Optional Special Circumstances Essay, and/or Optional Addendums: Uploaded electronic attachment(s)

TOEFL Score (if applicable): All international applicants must submit a TOEFL score with the application. Scores may be sent directly to the Office of Admissions.

Academic Transcripts

All applicants must register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). The CAS is the method by which Capital Law can review your academic transcripts, among other information. CAS registration is located online at https://www.lsac.org/jd/applying-to-law-school/cas. Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work must be submitted directly to LSAC. Capital Law requires all applicants submit a transcript with their application. Additionally, all incoming students must provide Capital Law with an official final transcript, showing degree conferral, prior to the start of classes, but no later than October 10, 2027. Failure to do so will result in an inability to register for further semesters of coursework.

Foreign Academic Transcripts and the TOEFL

Capital Law requires that foreign transcripts be authenticated and evaluated through the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) if you received your degree from an institution outside the U.S. or Canada, or if you completed the equivalent of more than one year of undergraduate study outside the U.S. (including its territories) or Canada. 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 your LSAC Law School Report.

Log in to your online account and follow the instructions to register for the service. Be sure to print out a Transcript Request Form for each institution and send it promptly to them. Additional time is usually required to receive foreign transcripts. Questions about CAS can be directed to LSAC at 215-968-1001, or LSACinfo@lsac.org.

You must take the TOEFL if English is not your first language AND your undergraduate degree was obtained outside the United States. Submit a copy of your most recent TOEFL report directly to the Office of Admissions; do not submit via LSAC or request an original from ETS. International applicants with graduate degrees in the U.S. are not automatically eligible for TOEFL waivers. At minimum, Capital Law requires a TOEFL score of 100, or an IELTS score of 7.0.

Law School Admission Test (LSAT)

All applicants must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) administered by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). The LSAT is offered eight times each application cycle. LSAT test dates in 2026 include September, October, and November. LSAT test dates in 2027 include January, February, April, and June. We will not accept an August 2027 LSAT score for Fall 2027 admission. Registration is typically required at least six weeks in advance of the LSAT administration.

Capital Law will accept up to and including the June 2027 LSAT score for Fall 2027 admission. However, we encourage students to have a reportable score by March 31, 2027.

Test scores are valid for five years, but you must ensure your CAS registration is current so that your test scores are sent to us. Ensure that you have a valid LSAT writing sample when your application is complete. LSAC requires that you have at least one valid writing sample on file to issue a CAS report to law schools. The LSAT requirement cannot be waived.

Capital Law practices a holistic approach to file review. Capital Law considers all LSAT scores that are submitted in the context of the entire application. If you feel that one or more of your test scores does not accurately reflect your ability or potential, please explain this disparity in a separate addendum.

Supplemental Materials

If you wish to send additional materials after submitting your complete electronic application, please forward the documents to the Office of Admission via email at admissions@law.capital.edu. Your email should include your name and LSAC account number. Given that we do try to review applications in a timely manner, we encourage you to submit any supplemental materials as quickly as you decide you must, so they can be reviewed alongside your application.

Deferrals

If you were granted a seat deferral during the 2026 application cycle, you will receive an email in early October outlining the process for securing your seat in the Fall 2027 entering class. Deferred students must submit their application before March 1, 2027 to ensure their seat.

Bar 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 bar admission agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners. Applicants can also find detailed information in the Comprehensive Guide to Bar Admission Requirements, published by the National Conference of Bar Examiners. Admission by Capital Law does not guarantee certification by any state's Board of Law Examiners.

ADDITIONAL MATERIALS NEEDED FOR TRANSFER APPLICANTS:

A comprehensive list of Transfer Applicant requirements and additional information can be found online at: https://www.law.capital.edu/admission-aid/jd-admission-process/applying-as-a-transfer-student/

PREVIOUS LAW SCHOOL DOCUMENTATION

Transfer applicants must submit a Letter of Good Standing. The Letter of Good Standing must be sent directly from the Dean or Registrar of the applicant's home law school.

Transfer applicants must submit an official law school transcript. The official transcript must reflect the performance in all law school course work attempted and must be sent directly from the home law school. Whether credits earned at the original institution meet the requirements for transfer into Capital Law School is at the discretion of Capital Law School.

ADDITIONAL TRANSFER INFORMATION

Capital will accept credit for most courses in which students have received at least a "C" (2.0) or comparable grade. Courses taken at other law schools and accepted for credit at Capital are not computed into the student's cumulative grade point average. Transfer students must complete no fewer than 45 semester hours at Capital and must maintain a cumulative grade average of "C" (2.0) for work undertaken at Capital. All transfer students who enroll at Capital Law must provide a final, official transcript from each degree-granting college or university prior to the start of class. The transcript provided to the LSAC does not satisfy this requirement.

Applications from students from Law Schools Not Approved by the ABA:

Capital University Law School accepts transfer applications from students who attend law schools outside the United States or from students who attend law schools in the United States that are not approved by the American Bar Association. These applications are considered by the Admission Committee and must meet the following requirements-

For applicants from Law Schools not Approved by the ABA:

The non-ABA approved law school has been granted the power to confer the J.D. degree by the appropriate governmental authority, or graduates of the non-ABA approved law school are permitted to sit for the bar examination in the jurisdiction in which the school is located; and The studies were "in residence." For applicants from Foreign Law Schools:

The studies were "in residence;" and The content of the studies was such that credit therefore would have been granted towards satisfaction of degree requirements at Capital University Law School; and The quality of the educational program at the foreign law school was at least equal to that required by Capital University Law School. In these cases, Capital will accept credit for most courses in which students have received at least a "C" (2.0) or comparable grade; however, advanced standing and credit hours granted may not exceed 29 credit hours toward the J.D. degree. Courses taken at other law schools and accepted for credit at Capital are not computed into the student's cumulative grade point average. Transfer students from non-ABA approved law schools must complete no fewer than 60 semester hours at Capital and must maintain a cumulative grade average of "C" (2.0) for work undertaken at Capital.

Application Instructions:

Please review the following instructions carefully as you prepare to submit your application.

QUESTIONS:

Biographical/Demographics/Contact Information. Complete all sections. Submit updates to your contact information directly to the Office of Admissions via e-mail at admissions@law.capital.edu.

Applicant Status & Program Type. Please indicate whether you are applying as a JD Applicant, JD Restart (meaning you have previously attended an ABA-accredited law school and would like to restart your JD education at Capital Law), 2026 Deferral, or Transfer Applicant (meaning you are a current first-year law student at another institution applying to transfer for your second year.) You must select one program: full-time, part-time (day), or part-time (evening).

Standardized Tests. Please provide any existing and/or future LSAT administration dates. All applicants must take the LSAT no later than June 2027, though this is late in the application cycle and we encourage students to have a reportable score by March 31, 2027. The LSAT requirement cannot be waived. Regarding the TOEFL/IELTS question, please complete this question if applicable.

Education. List all colleges, universities, graduate schools, professional schools, and high schools/secondary schools you have attended.

Military Service. Complete this section if applicable.

Character and Fitness. Capital Law requires a candidate to reveal known criminal incidents, disciplinary charges, bankruptcy, and/or prior law school matriculation (see Character and Fitness section for complete list of disclosures). When in doubt, you should err on the side of full disclosure, as subsequent discovery of a failure to answer these questions fully and accurately may have serious consequences. Failure to disclose information is often more significant than the act or event described in the questions. Failure to provide truthful answers, or failure to inform the Law School of any changes to your answers after submission of your application, will likely result in any of the following: misconduct investigation by the LSAC, revocation of admission, disciplinary action by the Law School, and/or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek admission. You have an ongoing obligation to report any conduct that would require you to answer "Yes" to any of the questions in this section during the pendency of your application. If an offer of admission is extended to you, the obligation to report conduct applicable to the questions in this section continues until your first day of class at Capital University Law School, after which your obligation continues to extend to disclosures to Capital Law's Dean of Student Affairs. If you answer "Yes" to any of the questions, you must provide a supplementary statement including specific details, the current status of any disciplinary action or judicial sanctions, and the final resolution of the issues involved.

ATTACHMENTS:

Capital Law's application includes required and optional attachments. We encourage students to submit these attachments as PDF or Word Documents to ensure optimal conversion. All written attachments must be written by the applicant.

Resumé. You are required to submit a current resume with your application. There is no required length. Please be thorough and list, at minimum, the previous five years of experience. You should feel comfortable including full-time, part-time, volunteer, and unpaid employment and experiences, alongside extracurricular activities.

Personal Statement. You are required to submit a personal statement. Capital Law does not require adherence to a particular prompt; an applicant may choose to explore whichever subject they so choose. You may explore why you wish to attend law school, a memorable experience, a personal story - we encourage you to be personal and introduce yourself to the Admission Committee. We value learning about an applicant's perspective, worldview, and unique attributes that can be added to the student body. We encourage you to explore your individuality. The personal statement gives you the opportunity to introduce yourself beyond quantitative factors such as the LSAT score, academic grade point average, and information reflected on your resume. Your statement should be no longer than two pages in length, double-spaced. As strong written communication is valuable in the legal field, we encourage you to spend adequate time proofreading, editing, and finessing this portion of your application.

Optional Addenda. Applicants may include optional written statements. These written statements might be presented as a statement regarding the unique perspective you would bring as a student, a Why Capital statement, an explanation of grades or LSAT scores, or another optional statement of the applicant's choosing. We welcome you to include an optional statement, should you determine it will benefit your application.

Character and Fitness. If you answered "Yes" to any of the questions in the Character and Fitness section, you are required to submit an attachment which fully describes the date(s) and details of the disclosed act or event, to the best of your ability.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

The LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service is included with your CAS registration. To use this service, follow the directions outlined at LSAC.org. At least two, but no more than three, letters of recommendation must be submitted through LSAC. References from friends, family friends, and relatives are discouraged. Professors who have personal knowledge of your academic performance and potential should write your letters of recommendation. If you have been out of school for some time, you may substitute academic letters with letters from employers or others who are well acquainted with your character traits and intellectual potential. We recommend that letters of recommendation not be school-specific and be dated within the last year. A signature is required on all letters of recommendation submitted, preferably on letterhead. Letters submitted on your behalf are included with your LSAC Law School Report.

CERTIFICATION AND SIGNATURE

Applications will not be processed without an e-signature agreeing to the conditions outlined in the certification section of the application. You are obligated to notify the Office of Admissions immediately of any change in the information provided on your application. Applicants are encouraged to contact the LSAC Help Desk at (215) 968-1001 if you have any technical difficulty with this electronic application. We appreciate your application and thank you for your interest in Capital Law.

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Florida A&M

Failure to truthfully respond to and/or disclose the requested information in response to the following questions may lead to disciplinary action, including but not necessarily limited to, the denial or revocation of admission, dismissal, the invalidation of credits, or revocation of the law degree from Florida A&M University College of Law. As stated by the National Conference of Bar Examiners, "Failure to disclose information often yields a more serious outcome than the matter itself would have produced had it been revealed by the applicant."

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: http://www.ncbex.org/ .

If you are unsure whether to report an offense, you are strongly advised to answer "yes" and fully explain the incident.

In your entire life, have you been arrested, detained, restrained, taken into custody or accused, formally or informally, of violating a law or ordinance? Please include all matters, including juvenile and traffic violations resulting in a fine of $200 or more, regardless of final disposition (dismissal, acquittal, expungement, sealed or other resolutions).

If you answer "yes", please attach a statement providing detailed information regarding the nature of the offense and its disposition, including all relevant material, dates and facts as a Character and Fitness attachment. In addition, official documents pertaining to the incident(s) are required. Official documents include, but are not limited to, court documents, copies of the citation, letter of good standing from the university, letter from the university regarding academic or disciplinary sanctions and the completion of sanctions, etc. Official documentation must include the final disposition of the incident to be valid.

Have you ever been disciplined, warned, placed on academic or disciplinary probation, sanctioned, expelled, accused of an honor code or student conduct code violation or advised or required to withdraw by any college, university, graduate or professional school?
If "yes," you are required to explain each incident in detail as a Character and Fitness attachment.
Have you ever been the subject of disciplinary proceedings with respect to a professional or occupational license?
If "yes," please explain in detail within a Character and Fitness attachment. Additionally, include any official documentation.
Each state bar reviews an individual’s application for certain conduct that may result in further inquiry, including any neglect of financial responsibilities or professional obligations. In many instances, having debt is not the concern, but being irresponsible about managing and repaying that debt is what is more troubling. Therefore, if you have filed for bankruptcy, defaulted on financial obligations (including student loans), or experienced other instances of financial setback, it is crucial that you both explain those instances and provide evidence of renewed financial responsibility.

Have you ever filed bankruptcy, been delinquent or in default of any financial obligations, including student loans?

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

CANDOR IN THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS: Florida A&M University College of Law seeks to admit individuals who demonstrate integrity, honesty and moral fitness to practice law. Failure to respond to application questions accurately and completely may result in disciplinary action, including the denial or revocation of admission, dismissal from school, the invalidation of credits, or revocation of the law degree.

Please note that most states have character, fitness and other qualifications for admission to the Bar and we encourage that, prior to matriculation, you determine what those requirements are in the state(s) in which you intend to practice. Bar Examiners may require additional information that is not requested on this application.

APPLICATION CYCLE & DEADLINE

The application cycle begins on October 1st and concludes on April 30th. For consideration, the application must be complete by May 15th. Incomplete applications will be withdrawn and denied from consideration.

APPLICATION FEES

Application fees are currently waived for the 2026-2027 application cycle.

Register with the Law School Admission Council for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and for the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Transcripts must be submitted directly to LSAC. LSAT scores must be from test administrations within 5 years of the year of enrollment. For more information, contact the Law School Admission Council at 215.968.1001 or at LSAC.org.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

Request two (2) letters of recommendation and submit them through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service. Letters of recommendation will only be accepted through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service. Applicants may submit an optional third letter of recommendation. For more information on the letter of recommendation service, please visit LSAC.org.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Foreign attorneys and international students are required to use the Law School Admission Council's Credential Assembly Service. TOEFL scores are required for non-English speaking countries.

Many international students will need a certificate of eligibility (I-20 or DS-2019) to obtain a non-immigrant visa or to transfer to Florida A&M University from another U.S. university. The Office of International Education and Development issues I-20s and DS-2019s to admitted international students. You are required to complete the Certification of Financial Responsibility Form along with your application for admission.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

An application file cannot be reviewed by the Admissions Committee until the file is considered complete. A complete application file consists of the following required elements:

A completed and electronically certified application for admission.
A complete personal statement responsive to all parts of the prompt
Responses and explanatory statements, if applicable to all "Character and Fitness" questions
A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation submitted via your Credential Assembly Service report
An official Credential Assembly Service report containing your LSAT score(s) and an evaluation of your transcript(s)
A résumé summarizing activities, honors, work experience, accomplishments, etc.
Applicants also have the option to submit a third letter of recommendation.

It is the applicant?s responsibility to ensure that the file is complete.

To help facilitate this process, we require that you disclose your e-mail address and an alternate e-mail address within your application. If any of your contact information changes, it is also your responsibility to notify the Office of Admissions and Recruitment.

APPLICANT SIGNATURE

For online applications, we will accept an electronic signature. When you provide a response to a question on a separate page, please type or print your name and LSAC account number at the top of each page.

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Inter American

Requirements for Admission:

You must have a Bachelor's degree granted from an accredited university or its equivalent, as certified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs of the Inter American University, with the minimum required GPA. You must have taken the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and have fulfilled the minimum score required by the Admissions Committee. Also, you must be registered with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS), as indicated at LSAC.org. The LSAT is offered in Puerto Rico and many different places in the continental United States. Application forms and any other information related to the LSAT can be obtained through: LSAC (Law School Admission Council) 662 Penn Street Box 2000 Newtown PA 18940-0998 Telephone: 215.968.1001 LSAC.org

The candidate must take the LSAT no later than June of the year admission is requested.

Provide a copy of your official transcript from each of the universities and institutions in which you studied for your Bachelor's degree. Students in their senior year, or close to graduating, must provide an official incomplete transcript. Preliminary admissions are conditioned to the completion of these requirements. Academic or disciplinary action cannot have been taken at any university or institution. Must not have been under academic probation at any law, professional, or graduate faculty due to academic deficiency, or have been dismissed from any of them because of disciplinary action. Submit a denying certificate of ever having been in prison from the police department of the Free Associated State of Puerto Rico or from the police department of your place of residence. Submit an application to the admissions office of the Faculty, no later than June 30, of the year for which you are requesting admission. The application must be accompanied by a certified or bank check payable to Inter American University of Puerto Rico in the sum of $63 as a nonrefundable admission fee. The same can also be made in cash, when the application is handed in at the admissions office. Any applicant under the age of 21 must also submit health and immunization records with their application. Include with your application a verification of Security Social number. Once admitted, the applicant must register for the preparatory course during the summer semester that will provide integration and adaptation to the legal sciences. This is mandatory.

Foreign applicants must submit their accredited authorization documentation to fulfill studies in Puerto Rico and complete the required forms for the Justice Department, Immigration, and Naturalization Offices of the United States.

The Admissions Committee enforces on an annual basis criteria that will govern the admissions process for the first-year class of the following academic year. Unless specified otherwise, all correspondence regarding admission must be addressed to:

Office of Admissions Faculty of Law Inter American University of Puerto Rico PO Box 70351 San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-8351 Additional Information for the Admission Process The admission applications to the Faculty of Law will be considered for the class beginning on August and January of every year. Selection is based entirely on the information provided in the application (test scores, GPA, etc.). Inter American University will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, nationality, marital status, physical appearance, political preference, or physical handicap. Our admissions office has a notification system by telephone or mail, with the purpose of keeping the applicant well apprised of the status of an application. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to make sure that an application is in order and up to date. An applicant's file must be completed no later than June 30 in order for the application to be evaluated. Admitted applicants will be notified during the last week of June. Once an applicant has been notified by mail regarding admission, a nonrefundable payment of $125 is needed to reserve a seat. Official documentation for the admission process is included in the brochure. Transfers Those candidates requesting admission as transfers should:

Fulfill the admission requisite by the faculty. Come from a law school that is affiliated with the American Association of Law Schools or that is accredited by the American Bar Association. Have maintained in the course of studies at the previous law school a 3.00 GPA or its equivalent. Not have been suspended because of academic or disciplinary action, nor probation. Submit a completed application to the Office of the Registrar on or before June 30, to be considered for admission for the semester beginning in August or before November 30, to begin studies in the month of January.

Decision for admission of transfer students is made by the Dean of the Faculty of Law.

The Dean of the Faculty will determine the amount of transferred credits to be accredited. Credits earned at a member law school of the American Association of Law Schools or approved by the American Bar Association will be the only ones accredited.

The only credits to be accepted will be those with a grade of "C" or its equivalent.

Applications for admission with "advanced standing" from law schools outside the United States and Puerto Rico will be considered on an individual basis by the dean.

In all transfer cases, at least two full semesters must be completed at the Inter American University of Puerto Rico to be eligible for the Juris Doctor degree.

Faculty of Law Important documents required from all applicants Application for Admission Certification of police records (original) Official CAS report (include all scores from each test taken and credential assesment) Original graduation certificate with grade point average (GPA) (possible graduating candidate for May or in the summer) Application fee ($63 certified check or postal money order) Official transcript of Bachelor's degree with major (from university to university) Official incomplete transcript (if you are expected to graduate in May or summer) Immunization records* Official proof of citizenship or residency** Form I-20 (proof of eligibility)**

Applicants under 21 years of age ** In case of foreign applicants

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John Marshall

Complete, sign, and date this application form.
Submit a 2-3 page personal statement (as an electronic attachment) with this application form or as an email attachment to admissions@johnmarshall.edu.
Submit a 1 page resume (as an electronic attachment) with this application form or as an attachment to admissions@johnmarshall.edu.
Applicants must have a reportable Law School Admission Test (LSAT) score. Applicants for the Fall 2027 entering class must take the LSAT no later than the June 2027 test administration and are encouraged to register for an earlier administration.
Applicants must register with the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) and have a Credential Assembly Service Law School Report sent to the Law School. Transcripts of all academic work, including undergraduate, graduate and professional schools, must be sent to LSAC. Please note, transcripts verifying all academic credits undertaken and degree(s) conferred must be received by the Law School by October 15th. A student who has failed to submit their official undergraduate transcripts by October 15 will be automatically withdrawn from classes.
Have two letters of recommendation that address the applicant's character, academic ability, and potential for the study of law sent to LSAC or directly to the Law School. In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Please note the last portion of the application labeled Special Interest is for data collection purposes only.

Office of Admissions Atlanta's John Marshall Law School 245 Peachtree Center Ave. NE, Suite 1900 Atlanta, GA 30303 Phone : 678.916.2620 Fax : 404.581.5565 admissions@johnmarshall.edu

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Lincoln Memorial

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 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, whether as a juvenile or an adult, even if 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 admissions board would respond to any applicant's particular conduct disclosures going forward.)

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. 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 jurisdictions' bar admission authorities. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available at www.ncbex.org.

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.

Because of the stringent character and fitness qualifications for admission to the bar, the Lincoln Memorial University--Duncan School of Law requires full disclosure in response to all questions. The application must be completed. Failing to provide information may delay the process and require more time and effort at an inopportune time. Answer all questions honestly, as failure to do so may result in sanctions. Failure to disclose information often results in a more serious outcome than the matter itself would have produced had the applicant disclosed it.

The questions asked in this section of this application are the exact questions we are asked about your file when you apply to sit for the bar examination. The investigative body does not disclose the information it possesses; rather, it compares what you disclosed on your application to the information it gathered independently.

The ABA precludes the admission of applicants who do not appear capable of satisfactorily completing a legal program of study and being admitted to the bar. Similar questions to those listed below will be asked of you at the time of your application for admission to the bar, so candor and full disclosure are essential.

Have you ever been suspended, placed on academic/scholastic probation, or deemed ineligible due to academic performance while in college/university?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Have you ever been convicted of an honor code violation or been the subject of an investigation of an honor code violation while in college/university?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Have you ever been accused of plagiarism, cheating, or academic dishonesty while in college/university?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Have you ever been permitted or requested to withdraw in lieu of discipline, suspension, or expulsion while in college/university?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000) NOTE: If an explanation to any of the first four questions requires disclosures regarding mental health diagnoses/treatment, substance misuse, or other sensitive matters, be assured that the steps you have taken to address such matters, such as through counseling, treatment, or other actions, is to your credit.
Have you ever been disciplined, suspended, permitted to resign (in lieu of termination), terminated from any job (including volunteer work), or otherwise been asked to leave because of your own misconduct or performance in the past ten years or since you were 18, whichever period is shorter?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Within the past ten years, have you been denied a license or had a license revoked for a business, trade, or profession?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Have you ever been the subject of any charges, complaints, or grievances, or been suspended, censured, or otherwise disciplined as a member of a profession (include all formal or informal actions)?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Within the past five years, have you engaged in any misconduct as a result of consuming alcohol or drugs?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000) NOTE: Engaging in substance misuse can impair an individual's capability to meet commonly accepted essential eligibility requirements for the practice of law. Participating in a treatment program to address substance misuse or substance use disorder demonstrates the responsibility and maturity expected of a lawyer. The bar admission agencies of the jurisdictions routinely certify for admission individuals who have engaged in substance misuse who demonstrate responsibility and maturity in dealing with this conduct by seeking treatment. First and foremost, these jurisdictions look for honesty and full disclosure.
Within the past five years, have you asserted any medical condition, mental condition, or addiction or misuse of alcohol or drugs as a defense, in mitigation, or as an explanation for your conduct in the course of any inquiry, any investigation, or any administrative or judicial proceeding by an educational institution, government agency, professional organization, or licensing authority; or in connection with an employment disciplinary or termination procedure?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 4000)

NOTE: The purpose of this inquiry is to allow applicants to explain fully all the circumstances involved in, and used as a defense to, conduct that subjected them to any type of inquiry. The mere fact that there are conditions or circumstances asserted in defense of conduct is not a basis, in itself, for a denial of admission to the bar. It is the failure to be honest that will more likely be a basis for denial of admission than past conduct or honest explanations of conditions that may have contributed to the conduct. Bar admission agencies routinely certify for admission individuals who demonstrate personal responsibility and maturity in dealing with fitness issues. Bar admission authorities strongly encourage applicants who may benefit from assistance to seek it.

Excluding traffic and parking citations, but including criminal proceedings handled in adult and/or juvenile court which were dismissed, sealed, expunged, referred to a diversion or deferred prosecution program, or otherwise set aside, have you ever pled guilty or no contest or been convicted of any violation of law?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 4000)
Excluding traffic and parking citations, but including criminal proceedings handled in adult and/or juvenile court which were dismissed, sealed, expunged, referred to a diversion or deferred prosecution program, or otherwise set aside, in the past 10 years, have you ever been cited for, arrested for, or charged with any violation of law?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 4000)
Excluding traffic and parking citations, but including criminal proceedings handled in adult and/or juvenile court that were dismissed, sealed, expunged, referred to a diversion or deferred prosecution program, or otherwise set aside, have you ever been cited for, arrested for, charged with, or convicted of any alcohol or drug-related traffic violation?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Have you ever been a named party to any civil action, including family law matters and/or continuing orders for child support?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Have you ever had a complaint or action (including, but not limited to, allegations of fraud, deceit, misrepresentation, forgery, or malpractice) initiated against you in any administrative forum (including unemployment benefit, tax, and other regulatory matters)?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
In the past ten years, have you been in default on a student loan?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
In the past ten years, have you filed a petition for bankruptcy?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
In the past five years, have you defaulted on any debt other than a student loan that was not resolved through bankruptcy?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
In the past five years, have you had any debt more than 120 days past due that was not resolved through bankruptcy?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
Excluding valid extensions, have you ever failed to timely file a required tax return, including, but not limited to, any federal, state, or municipal income taxes; state, county, or municipal private property taxes; or real estate assessment taxes, whether or not any taxes were owed or refunds due?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)
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?
If you answered YES, please explain the incident(s) and all relevant facts. (maximum characters 3000)

If you answered YES to any of the above questions, you must fully explain the nature of each incident. Answering YES to any question does not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration for admission. The Admissions Committee would like the opportunity to review all relevant facts, including (but not limited to) the issue(s), the offense(s), the date(s) of the offense(s), the law enforcement agency involved, and disposition, including fine(s), court costs, or other penalties, etc. Please include the corresponding question number(s) and question(s) for each explanation. If you need to provide additional details or documentation to a Character and Fitness question beyond the available space, please attach the documentation or explanation(s) as a Character and Fitness attachment. You should entitle the document 'Character and Fitness Explanation(s) of [Your Full Name]' and describe in detail the facts of each incident. Please include the corresponding question for each explanation.

If you need to report additional incidents after submitting your application, please email your explanation(s) with a subject line titled 'Character and Fitness Explanation(s) of [Your Full Name]' to law.admissions@LMUnet.edu.

LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY -- JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. SCHOOL OF LAW OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS 601 WEST SUMMIT HILL DRIVE KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902-2003

Email: law.admissions@LMUnet.edu LMU Law Website: https://law.LMUnet.edu LSAC Code (for LSAT Applicants): 1977 ETS Code (for GRE Applicants): 4002

APPLICATION FOR THE FALL 2027 FULL-TIME JD PROGRAM

The following instructions are for applicants to the full-time program for fall 2027. The program begins in early August annually.

To be eligible to earn a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from LMU Law, students must complete a minimum of 90 credit hours. The course of study for a J.D. degree must be completed within a period of no fewer than 24 months and, except in extraordinary circumstances, no more than 84 months after beginning law school, including any time spent at an institution from which LMU Law accepts transfer credit.

APPLICATION AND PRIORITY CONSIDERATION DEADLINES

The application deadline for the full-time program is July 1, 2027. The priority consideration deadline is March 15, 2027. We hope to fill the available seats with applicants who apply by the priority consideration deadline; however, we will continue to review applications and make offers until the application deadline.

THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS

There are a limited number of seats available in the full-time program. The likelihood of receiving an offer of admission or scholarship generally decreases as the cycle progresses; therefore, applicants are encouraged to complete their files earlier rather than later. It is possible that worthy applicants who apply late in the admissions cycle may not receive an offer of admission and/or the level of scholarship they might otherwise earn had they applied earlier.

Applicant files are reviewed holistically. Offers will be based on the credentials and experience presented, the program's institutional goals, the number of acceptances received to date, and the remaining seats available. Even highly qualified applicants are not guaranteed admission due to seat limitations.

All responses must be your own work, prepared without assistance from others, professional writing services, or generative artificial intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.

Admission decisions are based on a thorough review of each applicant's file. While LSAT or GRE scores and cumulative undergraduate GPA are significant, multiple factors are considered in the decision. Applicants who demonstrate that they possess the qualities and characteristics necessary to succeed in the study and practice of law will be selected for admission.

LMU Law seeks to attract and retain students whose goals align with the institution's mission and purpose. Admitting applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences enhances the educational experience of all students. Strong consideration will be given to those who desire to serve smaller, underserved, and underrepresented populations throughout the Appalachian region and beyond.

Admission decisions are communicated in writing.

Admitted applicants must return the acceptance form and pay a seat deposit by the acceptance deadline indicated in their offer letter to secure a place in the entering class. The seat deposit amount and submission deadline are provided in the admission letter. Seat deposits are non-refundable but will be credited toward tuition and fees upon matriculation.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship opportunities will be considered as applications are reviewed. There is no separate scholarship application. Scholarship recipients will be notified at the same time they are offered admission. Not everyone will receive a scholarship, even if admitted.

CHARACTER AND FITNESS

The legal profession is demanding. The admissions process is designed to ascertain if a particular applicant has the requisite academic preparation, temperament, and desire to practice this noble profession. LMU Law reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant who, in the judgment of the faculty or its designee, does not demonstrate the character and fitness expected of a member of the legal profession.

Furthermore, a degree conferred by LMU Law does not certify an individual as "fit" to practice law in any jurisdiction. Fitness to practice law is determined by the state board of law examiners in the jurisdiction where an individual seeks a license. The licensing process typically requires a background check. Applicants should review licensure standards in the jurisdiction of interest before matriculation.

Standard 504(a) of the ABA Standards, Interpretations, and Rules of Procedure for Approval of Law Schools requires us to make you aware 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 they intend to seek admission to by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

For information on jurisdictions, please visit the NCBE website (https://www.ncbex.org/jurisdictions).

If you are uncertain where you will practice law, you may wish to review the NCBE Sample Application (https://www.ncbex.org/character-fitness), which is used by many jurisdictions' bar admission authorities.

Keep in mind that character and fitness questions and application processes vary by jurisdiction.

Because of the stringent character and fitness requirements for admission to the bar, LMU Law requires full disclosure to all application questions. If you answer YES to any question in the Character and Fitness section, you must provide an explanation in the space provided on the application or upload a separate written addendum. Title your document 'Character and Fitness Explanation for [Your Full Name]' and attach it to your application. Each explanation should include the corresponding question number and text. Be sure to fully describe the nature of each incident and provide a detailed account of the relevant facts.

If you need to provide additional documentation or report other incidents after submitting your application, you can email your explanation(s) with the subject line - Character and Fitness Explanation for [Your Full Name] - to the Office of Admissions at law.admissions@LMUnet.edu.

Answering YES to any question does not automatically disqualify you from consideration. The Admission and Scholarship Committee would like the opportunity to review all relevant facts, including (but not limited to) the issue(s), the offense(s), the date(s) of the offense(s), the law enforcement agency involved, and disposition of the case, including fine(s), court costs, or other penalties, etc.

ABA Standard 501(b) precludes the admission of applicants who do not appear capable of satisfactorily completing a legal program of study and being admitted to the bar.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for admission, an applicant must hold or be able to obtain a baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree before matriculation from an institution accredited by a regional accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

LMU Law neither requires specific courses nor endorses any particular field of study for legal study. However, those considering a legal program of study are encouraged to pursue a curriculum that emphasizes analytic and problem-solving skills, critical reading, writing, oral communication and listening, general research, and task organization and management.

The American Bar Association (https://www.americanbar.org/) and Law School Admission Council (https://www.lsac.org/) websites offer excellent information on various topics that aspiring attorneys may find informative.

The following items must be received for an applicant's file to be considered for admission:

Application for Admission

Each applicant is required to complete the current application for admission. We cannot use applications or documents submitted for prior academic terms for the current term.

All questions must be answered completely and accurately. Failure to do so may result in delays, denial of admission, or rescission of an offer.

Applicants are encouraged to keep a copy of the supporting documents and the submitted application. Most state boards of law examiners require applicants to recite information from their law school application(s) when applying to take the bar examination. Therefore, it would be helpful to make a copy of your law school application for your records to refer to when preparing to apply for the bar exam.

All responses must be your own work, prepared without assistance from others, professional writing services, or generative artificial intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.

An Admission Test

An approved admission test is required for consideration. Applicants may take either the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) or the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). LMU Law does not accept JDNext or any other pre-matriculation program as a substitute for an admission test.

a. LSAT: Applicants may take the LSAT one or more times. While the high score achieved will be used for reporting purposes, the Admission and Scholarship Committee will consider ALL SCORES when making an admission decision.

The LSAT is administered numerous times each year. The deadline to apply to take each exam varies, but a general rule is about six weeks before each LSAT administration.

To register for the LSAT, visit the Law School Admission Council's website (https://www.lsac.org/LSATdates). Only scores achieved within five years of matriculation will be considered.

Applicants who find it difficult to pay for the LSAT may be eligible to apply for a waiver from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Detailed information about a waiver can be found on the LSAC website (https://www.lsac.org/lsat/register-lsat/lsat-cas-fees/fee-waiver).

LSAT scores obtained before June 2021 will not be accepted for fall 2027 or subsequent enrollment.

The LSAC's four-digit code for the Lincoln Memorial University--John J. Duncan, Jr. School of Law is 1977.

b. GRE: LMU Law will accept the GRE in lieu of the LSAT; however, if an applicant has taken the LSAT, the admission decision will be based on the LSAT score. GRE scores obtained before June 2021 will not be accepted for fall 2027 or subsequent enrollment.

Applicants who take the GRE must apply to LMU Law through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) website and participate in the LSAC Credential Assembly Service. All official academic transcripts and letters of recommendation must be sent directly to LSAC's Credential Assembly Service.

Applicants who elect to take the GRE as an alternative to the LSAT must also instruct the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to send all scores from the prior five-year period to LMU Law.

The ETS's four-digit code for LMU Law is 4002 (Lincoln Memorial U. Duncan School of Law). Please note that there are multiple codes for LMU's graduate programs, and we will not be notified if you submit your scores to a different department within the university. Further, we will not receive your scores unless they are sent to the correct department.

At Least Two Letters of Recommendation

Applicants must submit at least two (2) letters of recommendation. Individuals providing recommendations should be able to comment on your aptitude for legal study and promise as a practitioner. Furthermore, recommendations should be based on personal observations of your academic or professional work, with specific examples being most helpful. In selecting references, applicants should focus on the strength of their professional working relationship with the individual rather than on the individual's professional stature or notoriety. The Admissions Committee finds little value in letters submitted by references whose observations stem solely from a personal relationship with your family. Moreover, letters that repeat information already gleaned from your application are equally unpersuasive.

Applicants are encouraged to submit all letters through the Law School Admission Council's Credential Assembly Service. Using the Credential Assembly Service allows applicants to verify receipt of their letters of recommendation and track their delivery to law schools through their online accounts. Additionally, documents can be easily regenerated in the event of an error.

Although LMU Law will accept recommendation letters submitted by the authors directly to the Office of Admissions, there are no guarantees that all letters will arrive. In the event of a mishap or delivery failure, documents cannot be easily regenerated. Additionally, failure to use the LSAC Credential Assembly Service may delay the processing and review of your application.

Finally, letters of recommendation submitted to the LSAC Credential Assembly Service must be assigned by you from your LSAC account to each school to which you apply. Please remember to assign them to Lincoln Memorial University--John J. Duncan Jr. School of Law; otherwise, your file will remain incomplete until assigned to us.

Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report/Law School Report

In addition to registering and paying for the LSAT (or GRE through the ETS), all applicants must register with the Law School Admission Council's Credential Assembly Service. The Credential Assembly Service (CAS) registration fee is currently $219.

Additionally, applicants must pay a $45 CAS/Law School Report fee for each law school to which they elect to send a CAS Report.

Applicants who find it challenging to pay the CAS Report fee may apply for a waiver from LSAC. Detailed information and qualifications can be located through the LSAC site (https://www.lsac.org/lsat/register-lsat/lsat-cas-fees/fee-waiver).

Detailed information on registration, the Credential Assembly Service (CAS), and required fees is available on the LSAC site (https://www.lsac.org/lsat/register-lsat/lsat-cas-fees).

Once registered, you must send the Credential Assembly Service official transcripts from every educational institution you have attended since graduating from high school. This includes community colleges, universities, and professional schools. The Credential Assembly Service centralizes the collection of college transcripts and letters of recommendation required for law school admission decisions. The CAS sends your official transcripts to each law school in a "CAS Report." All transcripts must have been received before an applicant's CAS Report is released.

Writing Sample

a. Applicants Applying with an LSAT Score

You must complete at least one LSAT Argumentative Writing Exercise. The LSAT Argumentative Writing Exercise must be completed independently of the Law School Admission Test. Information about the LSAT Argumentative Writing Exercise can be obtained on the LSAC's website (https://www.lsac.org/lsat/about/lsat-argumentative-writing).

Once your application, letters of recommendation, CAS Report/Law School Report, and LSAT Analytical Writing Exercise are received, your file will be deemed "complete" and forwarded to the Admission and Scholarship Committee for consideration.

b. Applicants Submitting GRE Scores

The GRE Analytical Writing section is a required component of the Graduate Record Exam. It will be scored by ETS and included in your score report for the law school.

Academic Addendum, If Needed

If your cumulative undergraduate grade point average improved or decreased dramatically over time, we strongly advise you to attach an addendum explaining the increase or decrease. The explanation need not be lengthy, but it should clearly describe your circumstances. The Committee wants to understand what occurred from your perspective.

Character and Fitness Addendum, If Needed

If you need more space to fully address a question or questions in the application's Character and Fitness section, you should attach each explanation in the Attachments section. Please include the question number(s) and question(s) to which you are responding.

Personal Statement and/or Other Addenda

As an applicant, you can attach a personal statement and/or any other addenda. While not required, these documents would assist the Committee in understanding you as an applicant. The document(s) could expand further into responses you provided in your application, or they may provide additional information you want the Committee to consider.

Again, the statement or addenda must be your own work, prepared without assistance from others, professional writing services, or generative artificial intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.

PREVIOUSLY DISQUALIFIED APPLICANTS

LMU Law considers the admission of applicants who have been disqualified academically. An applicant who was academically disqualified must demonstrate that they possess the requisite ability to succeed in our legal education program. The applicant must also prove that the previous disqualification does not indicate a lack of capacity to complete the course of study at our law school, that extraordinary circumstances contributed to his or her inability to meet the academic requirements, and that the conditions resulting in the student's academic disqualification have been remedied or no longer exist.

An applicant who was academically disqualified cannot apply for admission until one calendar year has expired since the student's disqualification. For example, if you were disqualified academically on December 15, 2025, then you cannot apply for admission to LMU Law until after December 15, 2026.

In addition to an application, at least two letters of recommendation, and a Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report, to be considered for admission, an applicant who has been disqualified academically must provide two separate written statements:

A statement detailing the nature of the interim work, activity, or studies that occurred since the disqualification; and A statement describing why the applicant believes he/she now has a more substantial potential for the study of law and is likely to complete the course of study at LMU Law successfully. The statements should be attached to the application through the "Attachments" tab of the applicant's LSAC account. Alternatively, the statements can also be sent to law.admissions@LMUnet.edu, and we will upload them for you. The responses can be uploaded as a single file, provided that both questions are addressed separately. Moreover, the responses cannot be combined into a single essay. The Committee will not review a single combined response; each question must be addressed separately.

Finally, the applicant must send an official transcript from the law school from which they were dismissed to the LSAC's Credential Assembly Service.

IF AN OFFER OF ADMISSION IS MADE...

If the Committee offers admission, an admitted student must submit an acceptance form to the Office of Admissions by a specific deadline. Failure to return the form by the deadline date will result in the termination of the offer and forfeiture of the seat.

Incoming students must submit a final official transcript from every educational institution attended directly to the LSAC's Credential Assembly Service. If you have already submitted an official transcript from a college or university and have not taken any additional classes at that institution, then you will not be required to submit an additional transcript for that school. Moreover, you must submit an official transcript from any school where you have taken classes since you originally submitted them to LSAC. At least one transcript must indicate a bachelor's degree award from an accredited institution recognized by the United States Department of Education.

All transcripts must be received, processed, and verified by the LSAC before Orientation. If all transcripts are not received, you may be unable to matriculate.

If you plan to graduate in August of the year you intend to matriculate in law school, please contact the Office of Admissions for guidance.

FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA)

Applicants who may rely in whole or in part on the federal student loan program to finance their legal education must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If you file a tax return, a copy of your most recent return is needed to complete the FAFSA. Applicants are encouraged to complete this process as soon as practicable to ensure funds will be available upon arrival at LMU's Duncan School of Law. Lincoln Memorial University's code is 003502. Although the law school is in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee, LMU's main campus is in Harrogate, Tennessee. Be sure to select the Harrogate campus when completing your FAFSA, as all LMU sites, including the law school, use that location for financial aid purposes. LMU has 15 extended sites, all of which use the Harrogate campus for the FAFSA and financial aid. Detailed instructions are available at StudentAid.gov.

STATEMENT ON ACCREDITATION AND APPROVAL

Lincoln Memorial University--John J. Duncan, Jr. 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.

LMU Law encourages applicants to confirm the legal education requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission to the bar by contacting the state bar admission agencies of the jurisdiction. Contact information for all relevant agencies is available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE DISCLOSURE

Because the American Bar Association Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar approved the Lincoln Memorial University--John J. Duncan Jr. School of Law, the law school meets the state educational requirements for licensure in all fifty states of the United States of America, as well as the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. There are no U.S. states or territories for which the law school's full-time program curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for professional licensure or certification.

BAR ADMISSION AND ELIGIBILITY

Each jurisdiction establishes its own criteria for bar admission and eligibility to sit for the bar exam, including standards related to an applicant's legal education. LMU Law is an ABA-accredited law school with an ABA-approved program. As such, our graduates meet the legal education requirements for bar eligibility.

Contact information for all relevant bar admissions agencies is available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners (https://ncbex.org/).

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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. You are encouraged to research the requirements for any jurisdiction in which you intend to seek admission. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available from the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

You must answer each of the following questions. For the purpose of these questions, "crime" or "criminal charge" refers to any crime OTHER THAN A PARKING TICKET.

You MUST include details about any alcohol or drug offenses whether or not they are traffic related.

If a charge has been EXPUNGED, you are NOT required to disclose information concerning any arrest, criminal charge, or criminal conviction.

If you answer "yes" to any of the Character and Fitness questions, you must provide a detailed explanation about the incident or incidents before the Admissions Committee will review your application. The detailed explanation should include: (1) the date of the incident, (2) the county and state of the incident, (3) the initial charge, (4) the final disposition, (5) the date of the final disposition, and (6) any court costs and/or fine paid. If available, also attach a copy of the ticket(s) and any records related to the court's disposition. Attach your detailed explanation in the section titled "Character and Fitness". Your candor matters more than perfection.

During your enrollment, you have an on-going duty to amend your application if your response to any of these questions changes.

It is your duty to disclose any character or fitness issue. Law school applicants and students must be of requisite character and fitness to practice law. The duty to report character or fitness issues is ONGOING FROM THE SUBMISSION OF YOUR LAW SCHOOL APPLICATION THROUGH GRADUATION.

Have you EVER IN YOUR LIFE been arrested, accused, given a written warning, or taken into custody, formally or informally for a violation of a traffic law or ordinance other than parking offensesEVEN IF THE CHARGE WAS LATER REDUCED OR DISMISSED BY THE COURT? Please provide a detailed statement about the traffic violation that includes (1) the incident date, (2) the county and state, (3) the court, (4) the initial charge, (4) the final disposition, and (5) court costs and/or fine. If available, upload a copy of the traffic ticket and any court documentation. If you respond "yes", you must provide a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Have you EVER IN YOUR LIFE been arrested, accused, given a written warning, or taken into custody, formally or informally, of the violation of a criminal law for an offense (other than traffic violations)? Please provide a detailed statement about the charge(s) that includes (1) the date, (2) the county and state, (3) the court, (4) the initial charge, (5) the final disposition, (6) court costs, and/or fine. If available, upload a copy of the arrest/charging documents and any supporting court documentation for each charge(s). If that documentation is unavailable, please state that the supporting documentation is unavailable.
Have you EVER IN YOUR LIFE entered a plea of guilty, a plea of no contest, a plea of nolo contendere, or an Alford plea to a criminal charge in violation of ANY LAWincluding traffic violations EVEN IF THE CHARGE OR TRAFFIC VIOLATION WAS LATER REDUCED OR DISMISSED BY THE COURT? If you answer "yes," please provide a detailed statement about the traffic violation that includes (1) the date, (2) the county and state, (3) the court, (4) the initial charge, (5) the final disposition, and (6) court costs, and/or fine. If available, upload a copy of the charge(s) and any supporting court documentation. If court documentation is unavailable, please state that the supporting documentation is unavailable. If you respond "yes" and the offense is for a traffic violation, you must provide a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Have you EVER IN YOUR LIFE received a deferred prosecution or Prayer for Judgement Continued (PJC) for a violation of ANY LAW including traffic violations? If you answer "yes," please provide a detailed statement about the charge that includes (1) the incident date, (2) the county and state, (3) the court, (4) the initial charge, (5) the final disposition, and (6) court costs, and/or fine. If available, upload a copy of the charge and any supporting court documentation. If that documentation is unavailable, please state that supporting documentation is unavailable. If you respond "yes" and the offense is for a traffic violation, you must provide a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Have you EVER IN YOUR LIFE accepted responsibility for the violation of ANY LAW including traffic violations? If you answer "yes," please provide a detailed statement about the charge(s) that includes (1) the date, (2) the county and state, (3) the court, (4) the initial charge, (5) the final disposition, (6) court costs, and/or fine. If available, upload a copy of the arrest/charging documents and any supporting court documentation for each charge(s). If court documentation is unavailable, please state that the supporting documentation is unavailable. If you respond "yes" and the offense is for a traffic violation, you must provide a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Have you EVER IN YOUR LIFE been charged or convicted of DWl/DUI (driving while/under the influence of drugs)? If you answer "yes," please provide a detailed statement about the charge(s) that includes (1) the date, (2) the county and state, (3) the court, (4) the initial charge, (5) the final disposition, (6) court costs, and/or fine. If available, upload a copy of the arrest/charging documents and any supporting court documentation for the charge(s). If court documentation is unavailable, please state that the supporting documentation is unavailable. If you answer "yes", you must also upload a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Have you EVER IN YOUR LIFE failed to appear (FTA) for any criminal court proceeding? Please provide a detailed statement about the FTA that explains (1) the reason that you did not appear for the proceeding, (2) the court, (3) the county and state, and (4) the final trial disposition, and (5) court costs, and/or fine. If available, upload a copy of any supporting court documentation. If the court documentation is unavailable, please state that it is unavailable. If you respond "yes" and the offense is for a traffic violation, you must provide a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Has your driver's license EVER been canceled, suspended, or revoked for any reason? If you answer "yes," please provide a detailed explanation about the reason for the suspension and/or revocation and your actions to have your driving privilege restored. If you respond "yes", you must provide a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Do you have any PENDING criminal charges against you including traffic violations? If you answer "yes," please upload a copy of the charge(s), police report(s), and any supporting court documentation for the charge(s) and provide a detailed statement about the charge(s) that includes (1) the incident date, (2) the county and state, (3) the court, and (4) the initial charge. If you respond "yes" and the offense is for a traffic violation, you must provide a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your license.
Have you ever been EXPELLED, DISMISSED, SUSPENDED, PLACED ON PROBATION, or otherwise subjected to discipline from any college or university? Please provide a detailed statement about the discipline which includes (1) the date of the incident, (2) the action taken by the University, and (3) your explanation. If available, please provide a copy of the disciplinary letter/documentation that you received from the campus. Examples of issues that must be disclosed include plagiarism, underage drinking on campus, or dorm violations. This list is intended to be illustrative and not all-inclusive.

Specify which academic action(s) was imposed upon you. Please provide a detailed statement about the academic action which includes (1) the date of the incident, (2) the action taken by the University, and (3) your explanation. If available, please provide a copy of the disciplinary letter/documentation that you received from the campus. Examples of issues that must be disclosed include plagiarism, underage drinking on campus, or dorm violations. This list is intended to be illustrative and not all-inclusive.

Thank you for your interest in attending the North Carolina Central University School of Law. Before completing the online application, please thoroughly review our website for the most up-to-date information about the law school and the admissions process.

All applicants must apply using the law school's online application. Beginning October 1st, you may submit an application. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure proper submission of the application.

It is your responsibility to verify that your application and all required attachments have been properly transmitted to LSAC. You must confirm that all transcripts and letters of recommendation have been received and processed at LSAC by the April 30th deadline. LSAC requires 10 to 14 days to process your supporting documentation. Late documents will not be accepted by the law school and may negatively impact your application.

If you are finishing your undergraduate studies, you must provide an updated transcript before you enroll. The updated and final undergraduate transcript must indicate that your degree has been conferred. Your CAS report must contain a transcript for each college or university where you have taken courses even if that institution did not award your degree.

Any applications that have not been completed by April 30th will be denied and not reviewed by the admissions committee.

Please do NOT mail a copy of your paper application to the law school after you have submitted the online application.

For International Applicants:

International applicants must follow the instructions for first-time applicants AND the instructions that are on the law school's website concerning international applicants.

An offer of admission from the Law School to international applicants is conditioned upon verification that, as an incoming international student, you are eligible to enroll and can show evidence of your ability to satisfy your financial obligations for tuition, fees and associated costs of attendance.

Federal law requires that the University obtains documentation that demonstrates that you have sufficient financial resources to pay for tuition, fees, books, and living expenses for you and your dependent family members (if any) for the entire duration of your proposed study (three years for your law degree).

Prior to enrollment and before June 1st, you must obtain an F-1 visa or transfer a previously acquired F-1 visa to North Carolina Central University to show proof of eligibility to study in the United States.

In addition to the documents in the general requirements checklist, you must also submit the following documentation to the law school no later than June 1st:
- The School of Law Financial Statement Certificate of Eligibility ;
- Proof of accident and hospitalization insurance;
- The Affidavit of Support AND The Affidavit of Support for Room and Board (If applicable)

If you attended a foreign institution (not including a study abroad program through a domestic post-secondary institution):

The law school requires that your academic credentials be evaluated for baccalaureate equivalency and assessment of grade point average through the World Education Service, Inc. (WES). You must pay for the cost associated with having your foreign transcripts evaluated. The evaluation must be mailed directly to the law school by World Education Services, Inc. (WES) on or before April 30th.

If English is NOT your first language, you must submit the results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). Your TOEFL score must be received and processed by LSAC by April 30th.

Additional Instructions:

An applicant to the law school may apply to either the Day Program only, the Evening Program only, or to both the Day and Evening Programs on the same application. Applicants are encouraged to read the information for each program and to select the one that best meets their objectives.

After initial submission of the application, applicants have an on-going duty to submit updated or supplemental information that may have a bearing on the admission decision, the accuracy of the applicant's file, the ability to continue law school studies, or the applicant's eligibility to take the bar examination upon graduation. This obligation continues throughout the student's enrollment at the law school.

Application Fee:

NCCU Law requires a $60 nonrefundable application fee to process the application which must be submitted through LSAC's credit card fee collection service.

LSAT/Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Registration:

All applicants must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). There are no exceptions. Currently, applicants must have a minimum LSAT score of 142 to be considered for admission. Having the minimum LSAT score of 142 does not guarantee that an applicant will receive an offer of admission. The LSAT must be taken before or during the April LSAT administration. Your LSAT score must have been received within five (5) years of October 5th of the academic year for which you apply to enroll. If you plan to take the LSAT after you have submitted your application, you must indicate the future test date so that your application can be held for review until that new score is received. North Carolina Central University School of Law will use your highest LSAT score in the review of your application.

You must register with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). You must have the registrar from every post-secondary college or university that you have attended(including post-secondary institutions attended while in high school)send an official transcript directly to LSAC for inclusion in your CAS report**.** LSAC must receive and process all transcripts by April 30th. You must have obtained a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university before you enroll. You must provide EACH OF these required documents to CAS before the Admissions Committee will review your application.

Recommendations:

You must assign and submit two (2) Letters of Recommendation via the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). CAS reports are complete when two (2) assigned letters of recommendation have been received. CAS must receive and process your Letters of Recommendation no later than April 30th.

Personal Statement:

NCCU Law is particularly interested in applicants who, by virtue of their background and experience, will add to the intellectual climate and multicultural perspective of the student body. Each applicant must submit a personal statement. Your personal statement provides the admissions committee with the best opportunity to evaluate your application beyond your undergraduate GPA and LSAT score(s).

Your personal statement should address your reason(s)/your "why" for pursuing a legal education, detail pertinent characteristics in your background that qualify you to be a candidate for law school, provide context for what you hope to accomplish with a law degree, and provide a reason(s) for your specific interest in attending NCCU Law.

You must submit your personal statement as an attachment to your online application. Your personal statement should be a concise and well-drafted document, and it should be no more than 2-3 pages that are typed, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font. Your personal statement must be your own words, thoughts, and work product. It should not be created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).

You also have an opportunity to submit two optional statements to demonstrate your readiness to join the NCCU Law community. With the optional statement topics, you may address either: (1) your LSAT score and/or cumulative undergraduate grade point average (gpa) and/or (2) multicultural perspective. In the first optional statement, you may provide an explanation if you feel that your LSAT score and/or cumulative undergraduate gpa do not reflect your ability to be successful in law school. In the second optional statement, you should share with the admissions committee about a multi-faceted example from your life, a quality of your character, or a unique ability you possess. Then, describe how it has shaped your goal to attend law school and how it would contribute to the multicultural and collaborative community at the North Carolina Central University School of Law. Please use the 'Optional LSAT/GPA Statement' or the `Optional Multicultural Statement? portal to upload either or both of your statement(s).

Interviews:

The Admissions Committee may require an applicant to interview. During the interview, the Committee members would ask the applicant questions that are not addressed in the application or supporting documents. The interview would assist the committee with the admissions decision. An applicant may not request an interview.

Résumé:

You must submit a résumé to assist the Admissions Committee with the evaluation of your application. You should highlight factors in your background that are indicative of your potential success as a law student and as a member of the bar. Include information about your work experience, special interests, honors or community involvement. Your resume should be in chronological order from your most recent experience. You must provide a separate addendum of explanation for any period of time that is omitted from your résumé.

Writing Sample:

For any LSAT test taker who does not have an existing LSAT writing sample, you must complete and submit your LSAT writing sample in order for your application to be considered complete and then reviewed by the admissions committee.

North Carolina Residency for Purposes of Admission:

Because NCCU Law is a public institution, students who qualify as North Carolina residents under state law are eligible for lower tuition. North Carolina law (NCGS 116-143.1) requires that "To qualify as a resident for tuition purposes, a person must have established legal residence (domicile) in North Carolina and have maintained that legal residence for 12 months immediately prior to his or her classification as a resident for tuition purposes."

If you believe that you qualify as a North Carolina resident under state law, you must submit a residency application with the North Carolina Residency Determination Services (RDS) which is a government agency that serves the entire state. The application process for in-state residency is separate from the application for admission.

If you are seeking to qualify for in-state residency, complete your residency application as soon as possible. After you have submitted your residency application, RDS will provide you with a Residency Certification Number (RCN). You must include your RCN on your law school application. If the RCN field on your law school application is left blank, you will not be permitted to submit your law school application.

All Residency decisions are determined by the RDS NOT the admissions department**.** For more information about how to appeal your decision, please refer to the RDS FAQ's.

Performance Based Admission Program:

North Carolina Central University School of Law offers a conditional admission program which is called the Performance Based Admission Program (PBAP). The Admissions Committee identifies a limited number of applicants whose credentials do not qualify them for unconditional admission, but whose records nonetheless show promise of academic success in law school. There is not a separate application for PBAP.

Applicants are considered for PBAP during the application review process. Admission to PBAP is made on a rolling basis. Therefore, applicants who are concerned about the strength of their academic record are encouraged to submit an application early in the admission cycle.

Applicants selected for PBAP have an opportunity to gain admission to the law school through their performance in this two-week, non-academic credit program.

Applicants with Prior Law School Attendance:

If you have ever attended any law school, you must submit a detailed statement with (1) the name of the prior law school, (2) your dates of attendance, (3) your reason(s) for leaving, and (4) your standing at the time of your departure.

You must submit your law school transcript(s) through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). You must have your former law school's registrar send a letter of current standing directly to the Office of Admissions by April 30th. You must provide all required documents before your application will be reviewed by the admissions committee.

Transfer Student Applicants:

A student from another ABA-approved law school may be admitted as a transfer student with advanced standing. Applicants from non-ABA accredited programs and state-only accredited programs are NOT eligible to transfer.

An applicant seeking admission as a transfer student must present satisfactory evidence that he or she would have been accepted for admission to the NCCU School of Law when he or she began the study of law. An applicant who is not currently in good standing with his or her current law school will NOT be considered for transfer to NCCU Law.

Transfer applicants to the part-time Evening Program should be aware that there are limited scheduling options available in the Evening Program. Students interested in transferring to the part-time Evening Program should contact the associate dean of admissions & financial assistance to determine if they could timely complete law school based upon the course work that they have already undertaken and the requirements that must be met at NCCU School of Law. A transfer applicant who would not be able to complete his or her JD within the time required by the American Bar Association (84 months) cannot be offered admission as a transfer student.

Only courses in which a grade of "C" or better were earned will be accepted as transfer credits toward graduation requirements.

Transfer applicants must have completed two full semesters at his/her law school, and his/her courses must include the foundational courses that are required by NCCU Law. Applicants may only transfer a total of 29 credits from their previous ABA accredited law school. NCCU Law requires two full semesters in residence and these semesters must immediately precede graduation.

Transfer students are admitted as space allows. In addition to the application materials required of all applicants, transfer applicants must submit the following items:

A letter of good standing from the prior law school after the completion of second semester courses; AND
A statement of the reasons for the proposed transfer; AND
An official transcript of all law school course work to be submitted through the Credential Assembly Service. Your transfer student application will be held for review until NCCU Law receives your final 1L year transcript from your current law school and the letter of good standing. The deadline for submitting these two documents is June 30th. Decisions on transfer applications are generally rendered in July.

Visiting Student Applicants:

A student from another ABA-approved law school may be granted visiting student status to attend classes at NCCU Law for a semester or an academic year. A visiting student is ineligible to receive a degree from NCCU School of Law.

NCCU Law students have priority over visiting students for registration and selection of classes. There is no guarantee that a visiting student will be able to register for specific courses. Visiting students must adhere to the drop/add and grading deadlines for NCCU Law which may not correspond to a visiting student's home institution.

Visiting students are admitted as space allows. A visiting student applicant must submit the following items in order to be considered for admission:

A completed visiting student application available on the NCCU School of Law website;
A $50 application fee made payable to NCCU School of Law (cashier's check, certified check, or money order) NO PERSONAL CHECKS ACCEPTED;
A letter of good standing from your current law school stating that you have permission to visit and the conditions under which you will receive credit for the courses taken at NCCU School of Law;
An official transcript of all law school course work (you must have completed 29 credit hours to be eligible to become a visiting student);
Optional: A Consortium Agreement from your current institution if they have a Consortium Agreement with NCCU Law.

The Office of Admissions must receive your law school transcript and letter of good standing before your application will be reviewed.

*** Visiting students must qualify for financial aid through their home institution and may not receive financial aid from North Carolina Central University. If you are interested in enrolling as a visiting student, please contact the NCCU School of Law Office of Admissions directly at law_admissions@nccu.edu.

Previously Disqualified Student Applicants:

An applicant who has been previously disqualified from another ABA-approved law school may not be admitted as a new student until two academic years have elapsed following his/her disqualification. For example, if you were academically dismissed May 2025, you may not apply for admission until AFTER May 2027.

Previously disqualified applicants cannot transfer any credits from their prior law school and must abide by the rules applying to their new incoming class, if admitted.

An applicant who has previously been disqualified from law school must submit a statement that is separate from his/her personal statement and that explains the "extraordinary and compelling circumstances" that resulted in his/her substandard performance. You must affirmatively demonstrate that the extraordinary circumstances that led to your dismissal have been resolved and that, if re-admitted, you will be able to successfully handle the rigors of an NCCU Law education and be admitted to the bar.

Students who previously attended NCCU School of Law and did not received a degree should follow the readmission procedure outlined in the law school's Student Handbook.

You must submit your law school transcript(s) via LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). You must have your former law school's registrar send a letter of current standing directly to the Office of Admissions at law_admissions@nccu.edu by April 30th. You must provide all required documents before your application will be reviewed by members of the admissions committee.

Applicant File Evaluation:

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible in the admission process. After a file is complete, decisions generally take up to eight weeks. However, the review process may take longer for applicants who have been recommended for the law school's Performance Based Admission Program (PBAP) or applicants who have criminal misconduct or college/university misconduct.

Before an admitted applicant enrolls, he/she must complete NCCU Law's background check to verify the information provided on his/her law school application.

Communication with Applicants:

After the Office of Admissions receives your application, we will send you an email with log-in instructions so that you can check your application status online through the Applicant Status Online web portal. Status updates and decisions will first be released online through this portal. After the decision is released online, you will also receive a decision via email.

The Office of Admissions primarily communicates with applicants via email. During the peak of the admissions season (January through April), the Office of Admissions receives its highest volume of applications and communications. During this peak time, staff members make every effort to timely respond to applicants' inquiries.

Applicants are encouraged to communicate with the Office of Admissions by email at law_admissions@nccu.edu. In your correspondence, please include a telephone number where you can be reached during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.).

You should check your application status online. After you submit your application, you will receive an email that contains a link to set up the online application status portal so that you may check the status of your application.

It is your continuing obligation to notify the Office of Admissions of any changes to your mailing address, your e-mail address, your name, or other changes that may affect your application or our ability to communicate with you.

The Office of Admissions will not discuss your application with anyone other than you without your written authorization.

It is the policy of the North Carolina Central University School of Law to prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, age, veteran's status, sexual orientation or lifestyle, or disability in its educational programs, admission policies, financial aid programs, and other school-administered programs.

North Carolina Central University's Annual Clery Security Report as Mandated by Federal Statute 20 USC § 1092 The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report include institutional policies concerning campus safety and security, as well as statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on North Carolina Central University property and on public property adjacent to campus and fires that have occurred in residence halls. A copy of this Report can be obtained by contacting the NCCU Police Department at 919-530-6106 or writing to 2010 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707 or at this page.

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Nova Southeastern

The following four questions require careful attention. Please note the following important information about character and fitness screening.

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. Standard 504****of the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar requires that law schools advise each applicant as follows: 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 theNational Conference of Bar Examiners. You should be aware that any state bar to which you apply will receive a copy of this application. In rare cases, bar candidates, after graduating from law school and passing the bar examination, have been denied admission to the bar on character and fitness grounds.
Disclosure of the following information is required whether the matter occurred when you were an adult or a juvenile, or in the U.S. or a foreign jurisdiction. For each question in this section, you are advised to first consult transcripts, school records, institutions, court records, police records, or other records before answering to enable you provide the detail required.
Disclosure of the following information is required irrespective of advice you may have been given, including by legal counsel.

Required Disclosure: At any post-secondary school, including but not limited to any college, professional school, or law school, have you been expelled, suspended, disciplined (academic warning/probation or equivalent), or requested or advised to resign or unenroll. If your answer to either of these questions is "Yes," provide a complete, factually detailed statement of the circumstances surrounding each occurrence, dates and institutions involved (including final determination of each), including school documents.
Required Disclosure: At any post-secondary school, including but not limited to any college, professional school, or law school, have you been charged with or accused of any violation of standards, policies or codes of conduct? Additionally, have you been investigated for or accused of cheating, plagiarism, or other academic dishonesty (regardless of whether the record has been sealed, expunged, canceled, or annulled, whether no record was made)? If your answer to either or both of these questions is "Yes," provide a complete, factually detailed statement of the circumstances surrounding each occurrence, dates and institutions involved (including final determination of each), including school documents.
Required Disclosure: Are there any charges currently pending against you in any jurisdiction or have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty (including a deferred sentence) to any violation of law other than minor traffic violations? Additionally, has any record at any time been sealed, expunged, canceled or annulled, regardless of its current state?? If you answered "Yes," to either or both of these questions attach a statement with dates and complete details (what led to the charge, details about the facts before and after the charge, including dates), the specific action and final determination, including court documents.
Required Disclosure: Has your license to practice or engage in any profession, occupation, or business ever been suspended or revoked, or have you ever been reprimanded, censured, or otherwise disciplined by the agency that oversees such a license? If you answered "Yes," to either or both of these questions attach a statement with dates and complete details (nature of the charge, details about the facts before and after the charge, including dates), the disposition of the matter, including court documents.

Instructions: Shepard Broad College of Law

NSU Law has a two-year waiting period for applicants who have been academically dismissed from another law school before they may reapply.

Application
- The application must be completed in full and signed. NSU Law does not charge an application fee. The deadline for submission of a completed application is June 15. Applications completed after this date may be considered as class space permits.
- For priority scholarship consideration applications must be completed by December 15. All scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) Required
- All Applicants applying to NSU Law must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). NSU Law does not accept any other examinations.
Complete the application using the LSAC website:
- Go to LSAC.org. You must have an LSAC account to complete the application.
- Select the NSU Law application from the list of ABA-approved law schools.
- All required supplemental documents may be attached directly to your LSAC application. If you need to submit additional electronic documentation after submitting your application, you may do so by e-mail to law-admissions@nova.edu.
- For questions or problems with your account, please contact LSAC via e-mail at LSACinfo@LSAC.org or call (215) 968-1001.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION
- Personal Statement
  - The Admissions Committee requires a personal statement, consisting entirely of your own work and without the assistance of generative AI. In no more than two typed, double-spaced pages, discuss your reasons for pursuing a legal education and your goals or future plans upon graduation. You may also discuss any obstacles that you have overcome.
  - You may submit an additional statement on any other topic you would like to share with the Admissions Committee that you believe would be relevant to the consideration of your application.
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  - Applicants must submit a resume or curriculum vitae. It should include examples of professional, academic, civic and extracurricular accomplishments (e.g. employment history, honors and awards, community service, extracurricular activities).
- Recommendations
  - Two (2) letters of recommendation are required to be submitted through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). We recommend that current college students or recent graduates submit an academic recommendation. Letters of recommendation should attest to the applicant's character and preparedness for law school.
- Official Transcript(s)
  - Official transcripts from each undergraduate, graduate and professional school you attended must be sent directly to LSAC. This includes any dual enrollment (for example, courses taken during high school at a community college) or registered courses whether completed or not. All candidates must have been awarded a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution prior to enrollment.

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) recognizes the importance of protecting personal privacy. Read our Privacy Policy, including notifications for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). All materials submitted as part of the application process become the property of Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law (NSU Law). Please keep a copy of your application for your records.

The Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law (NSU Law) is an Equal Opportunity institution. We admit students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the university. Consistent with all federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and/or local ordinances (e.g., Title VII, Title VI, Title III, Title II, Rehab Act, ADA, Title IX, and the Florida Civil Rights Act), it is the policy of Nova Southeastern University not to engage in discrimination or harassment against any persons because of race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, non-disqualifying disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender (including identity and expression), military service, veteran status, political beliefs or affiliations, and to comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. Inquiries concerning allegations of discrimination based on any of the above factors may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, NSU Office of Human Resources, 3300 South University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33328, titleix@nova.edu, 954-262-7858.

Office of Admissions
Nova Southeastern University
Shepard Broad College of Law
3070 Shepard Broad Way
Davie, FL 33314
Phone: 954.262.6119
Toll-Free: 800.986.6529, ext. 26119

https://www.law.nova.edu/index.htm

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ONU

You must answer every question within the Character and Fitness section. If you fail to do so, your application will be returned to you. If you answer YES to any of the questions in this section, you must submit an explanation (electronic attachment), including the date, details of incident, outcome, and current status of the incident, and any other pertinent information. Applications WILL NOT be processed until we receive an explanation. 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.

Have you ever been charged with and/or convicted of any criminal offense other than minor traffic violations including as a juvenile? You must answer YES even if your record has been expunged. The Admissions Committee reserves the right to request further documentation.
If you answered YES to question 1, was the incident a misdemeanor?
If you answered YES to question 1, was the incident a felony?
Are criminal charges now pending against you?
If you answered “yes” to number 4, are the charges pending against you misdemeanor charges or felony charges?
Have you ever been dropped, suspended, warned, placed on academic or disciplinary probation, disciplined, expelled, or requested or advised to resign or withdraw from any post-secondary school, college, university, professional school, or law school? If so, please explain fully.
Have you ever been delinquent or in default of any financial obligations, including student loans?
Have you ever filed or been the subject of a petition for bankruptcy?
As a member of any profession or professional organization, have you ever been disciplined for unethical conduct?
Have you ever been a party in any litigation?
Are there any other potential character and fitness issues you feel should be disclosed to the College of Law?required (maximum characters 1000)

Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law Application for Admission Lawyers are held to a high ethical standard; therefore, you are required to fully disclose all acts and/or events that implicate this standard. Failure to provide truthful and complete answers and/or provide the Office of Law Admissions with any changes to your current situation can be more significant and lead to more serious consequences than the act or event itself. Such omissions may be reported to LSAC and may result in the revocation of admission, disciplinary action by the Law School and/or denial of permission to practice law by a state bar association.

ONU Law makes the determination as to whether the applicant's moral character warrants admission to law school.

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.

Non-Discrimination Statement: It is the policy of Ohio Northern University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law in its educational programs, admissions policies, employment policies, financial aid, or other school administered programs.

Notice: Our Summer Starter Program is an 8 week (in-person) program that begins the Tuesday after Memorial Day. That program has limited seats, and we interview all those who make it past the application stage. Those interviews are on specific dates running November - the first week of April, please contact our office if you would like to know the dates ahead of time. If you are interested in this program, please indicate it on your application, and apply early to ensure you get your application reviewed, and have the opportunity to interview before the program begins in May.

Admissions Application Checklist: Attach the (required) detailed explanation for each part of the Character and Fitness section for which you responded "YES". Attach a current and complete résumé. Attach a personal statement. Please be concise and submit no more than two-to-three pages double-spaced. A well-written personal statement is the most effective means of communication with the Office of Law Admissions and the Admissions Committee. Applicants should use the personal statement to provide insight into the general background and motivation the applicant will bring to Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law. The personal statement also serves as a sample of the applicant's writing ability. Please choose one or more of the following topics below: ONU Law has many unique programs and attributes. Given there are many law schools throughout the country, please discuss why you want to attend law school and, more specifically, why you have applied to ONU Law. Given your personal, educational, and cultural background, please discuss how you would contribute to a diverse intellectual environment and/or multicultural experiences at ONU Law. Please provide more context on how your experiences and strengths could make you a valuable contributor to the community at ONU Law. Please provide the names of a maximum of three people who will send recommendation letters on your behalf, one letter of recommendation is required. In order for your application to be considered complete, you must have submitted at least one LSAT writing sample, unless you are applying with the GRE. If you are a GRE applicant please email us a PDF copy of your scores to lawadmissions@onu.edu Electronically sign and date your application. False statements, omissions, or misrepresentations will be reported to LSAC and may result in the rejection of your application. Notify the Admissions Office of any changes.

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Pontifical Catholic

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Puerto Rico

INSTRUCCIONES | INSTRUCTIONS

Busque las INSTRUCCIONES para solicitar admisión a la Escuela de Derecho UPR en la pestaña (tab) de FORMS*(parte superior derecha),* léalas cuidadosamente, y guárdelas. Son para usted. NO suba las Instrucciones. En el presente texto las letras mayúsculas se utilizan para enfatizar.

*"Look for the INSTRUCTIONS to apply for admission to the UPR School of Law in the FORMS tab (at the top right), read them carefully, and save them. They are for your use. **Do NOT upload the instructions.*Uppercase letters are used for emphasis."

**IDIOMA |**LANGUAGE

La enseñanza en los cursos se imparte en el idioma español. El dominio de la lengua castellana no es un requisito de admisión y no se evalúa o considera para la oferta de admisión de ningún solicitante. No obstante, la persona solicitante debe saber que los cursos y sus textos, materiales, tareas y exámenes requieren de una alta capacidad para comprender la lengua española y poder analizar y exponer en la misma. Si su lengua materna no es el español, debe asegurarse de tener el domino necesario de esta lengua para poder desempeñarse adecuadamente en los cursos ofrecidos.

"Lectures are dictated in Spanish. Having a mastery of the Spanish language is not a requirement for admission. We do not consider or examine an applicant’s knowledge of Spanish in order to determine whether to offer admission to him/her/them. However, all applicants should be advised that the law school’s courses require a high-level capacity for understanding the Spanish language, analyzing what is read and listened to in Spanish, and expressing thoughts and ideas in Spanish. If Spanish is not your native tongue, you should make sure that you are sufficiently proficient in Spanish to perform adequately in the courses offered."

MODALIDAD DE ENSEÑANZA | MODE OF TEACHING

Las clases se ofrecen en modalidad presencial.

"Classes are offered in person."

TRANSFERENCIAS | TRANSFERS

Si desea solicitar admisión por transferencia de estudios iniciados en otra escuela de derecho para continuar sus estudios en la Escuela de Derecho de la Universidad de Puerto Rico debe acceder a las instrucciones y la Solicitud de Transferencia en el sitio virtual de la UPR Derecho: https://derecho.uprrp.edu/futuros-estudiantes/transferencias/. NO utilice esta plataforma para solicitar transferencia.

"If you wish to apply for admission as a transfer student from another law school to continue your studies at the University of Puerto Rico School of Law, you must access Transfer Application and its instructions on the UPR Law website at https://derecho.uprrp.edu/futuros-estudiantes/transferencias/. Do NOT use this platform to apply for a transfer."

POR FAVOR VAYA A LAS INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL /"PLEASE GO TO INSTRUCTIONS IN SPANISH"

DECLARACIÓN PERSONAL

En nuestra sociedad, la abogacía desempeña un rol fundamental en la defensa de los valores y garantías que sostienen a un sistema libre y democrático. Para nuestra Escuela de Derecho resulta fundamental poder proveer una educación de excelencia, adecuada para la formación de juristas capaces y comprometidos, plenamente conscientes de su responsabilidad social, que contribuyan al fortalecimiento de una sociedad ética, justa e inclusiva. Es por ello que en nuestra Escuela de Derecho fomentamos un ambiente diverso, vibrante y estimulante a través de la admisión de estudiantes calificados y con diversos trasfondos, talentos, experiencias y perspectivas y que sean representativos de todos los sectores del país, en especial de aquellos con mayor desventaja socioeconómica, o pertenecientes a grupos históricamente discriminados, como por ejemplo, por su raza, sexo, género, orientación sexual o identidad de género. Una diversidad amplia abarca experiencias de vida, trasfondos socioeconómicos y otros atributos que les permitan a nuestros estudiantes aportar perspectivas únicas o diferentes al ambiente académico de la Escuela de Derecho y al logro de una profesión jurídica diversa y representativa de todos los sectores del país.

Con estas consideraciones en mente, usted debe relatar en su declaración personal cualquier experiencia de vida que haya tenido, talentos personales excepcionales que tenga o haya desarrollado y cualquier otro dato sobre su trasfondo que pueda ser relevante para aportar a la diversidad de nuestro cuerpo estudiantil. Explique cómo usted podría aportar una perspectiva única y diversa como estudiante de nuestra Escuela de Derecho.

Experiencias de vida relevantes pueden incluir, pero no están limitadas a, experiencias académicas y laborales, desventajas socioeconómicas, retos o dificultades financieras, retos o dificultades académicas, limitaciones físicas, trabajo comunitario o experiencia de servicio a la comunidad, ser en su familia inmediata de primera generación en realizar estudios universitarios, haber tenido una crianza en un ambiente rural o urbano inusual, haber residido en el extranjero, tener demostrados dotes de liderazgo, haber cursado estudios graduados o circunstancias familiares extraordinarias.

(La declaración personal debe tener en un máximo de 2 páginas (papel 8 1/2” x 11”), espacio sencillo y letra 12)

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SIU - Carbondale

12. Character and Fitness

Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School requires all applicants to make a complete and full disclosure to the Character and Fitness questions at time of application. If the answer is "Yes" to one or more of the Character and Fitness questions outlined in the application, applicants will need to upload a written explanation of each incident that includes dates, locations, charges, associated fees, and final disposition.

NOTE: Full disclosure is required for any charges against you, including those that have been dismissed, and those for which you were acquitted, adjudication was withheld or deferred, a conviction was reversed, set aside, or vacated, any records were sealed or expunged, you received court supervision, or you pled guilty or nolo contendere to the charge, and regardless of whether you have been previously told that you do not need to disclose any such instance.

In addition, applicants are under continuing obligation to update disclosures and add new occurrences. Failure to make complete disclosure on this application may result in revocation of an offer of admission to Simmons Law School and/or denial of your application for admission to practice law in a particular state. Discrepancies between disclosure on this application and an applicant?s Character and Fitness Application for admission to the bar may result in serious consequences while in law school and when applying to take the bar examination. Therefore, prior to matriculation, applicants are encouraged to seek the specific bar requirements for the state the applicant plans to practice law. 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 answer "Yes" to any question(s) below, you will need to upload a written explanation of each incident that includes dates, locations, charges, associated fees, and final disposition. For clarification in answering these questions, please contact the Office of Admissions at (618) 453-8858.

Have you ever been reprimanded, placed on probation, disciplined, suspended, sanctioned, dropped, or expelled by any post-secondary institution, professional association or licensing agency for any academic, non-academic or social reason? Include actions arising from academic dishonesty (such as cheating, plagiarism, and similar activities) and instances of behavioral misconduct (including, but not limited to, alcohol or substance abuse, violations of institutional or student conduct codes).
Have you ever been charged or convicted of any crime or offense, including misdemeanors and felonies, or is there now pending against you any indictment, criminal information, or criminal complaint charging a felony or misdemeanor offense, excluding minor traffic offenses? This includes offenses that have been expunged from your record or instances in which the records have been sealed. It includes offenses for which you were charged or convicted when you were a juvenile or adult. Your duty to disclose all offenses for which you have been charged or convicted exists irrespective of any legal advice you receive suggesting you are not required to disclose the offense.
Is there a warrant for arrest pending or issued against you, or has a warrant for arrest ever been issued against you?
Is an order of protection pending against you or has an order of protection ever been issued against you?

Contact Information

Office of Admissions
SIU Simmons Law School
1150 Douglas Drive, Mail Code 6804
Carbondale, Illinois 62901
(618) 453-8858
lawadmit@siu.edu

Consideration for Admission

Individuals who have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent, from an accredited institution in the United States or abroad, by the first day of fall semester class (August 16, 2027), are eligible for admission to law school. There are no prerequisite courses or specific majors required for entry. Students from all disciplines and areas of study are admitted to Simmons Law School.

Application and Admissions Timeline

The Simmons Law School Admissions Committee will conduct a holistic review of each application received. Therefore, while GPA and LSAT are important factors in the admissions process, non-numeric factors are considered. Non-numeric factors include, but are not limited to, the personal statement, letters of recommendation, work experience, community service, and honors or awards reflected through a resume.

Applications for Fall 2027 entry are available on October 1, 2026 through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC.org). The application deadline is July 1, 2027. We will accept any LSAT scores that arrive from LSAC before the deadline.

October 1: Application cycle for Fall 2027 opens.
October: Admissions Committee begins reviewing applicant files.
October through July: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis; decisions posted to the applicant's online status checker.
April 1: First seat deposit due.
May 15: Second seat deposit due.
June 15: Application deadline for international applicants (see below).
July 1: Application deadline for all other applicants, including transfer applicants. Application cycle for Fall 2027 closes.

Application Material Checklist

Below is a checklist for first-year JD applicants. For international, transfer, or visiting JD applicants, please visit www.law.siu.edufor a specific list of requirements. An application will not be reviewed until all application materials have been received. An application must be complete by the application deadline. Once a file is complete, please allow up to six weeks for a committee decision to be reached. All admission decisions are posted to the applicant?s online status checker.

Create a LSAC.org account
Take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
Submit all undergraduate and graduate transcripts to LSAC
Submit two letters of recommendation to LSAC
Submit 2027 Application, including your personal statement and resume, to LSAC
Pay the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) and Simmons Law School application fees
Request GRE Score Report release to SIU Simmons Law School (School 1751) if you choose to use GRE scores instead of LSAT
If you choose to submit your application before you have taken the LSAT or before the score is available and do not want Simmons Law to consider your application without the score (whether new or a retake), email lawadmit@siu.edu to notify us so that we know to wait. If you do not notify us, your application will be considered without the missing score.

Special note for June LSAT takers

The application deadline is July 1 of each year. Given the date LSAC releases June LSAT scores, applicants who are considering taking the June LSAT should make sure that all other application materials have been submitted before scores are released so that their file is complete by the July 1 deadline. Because LSAT scores for applicants who have requested accommodations are sometimes delayed, applicants with accommodations are advised to take the April instead of the June LSAT to avoid missing the application deadline. Similarly, applicants who have purchased the LSAT score preview option from LSAC should make sure that using this option doesn't delay their score past the July 1 application deadline.

Additional application materials for transfer applicants

In addition to the materials above, transfer applicants (students currently enrolled in another law school) must provide the following:

an official law school transcript from their current law school showing grades earned in all courses sent to LSAC;
a letter of good standing from the law school dean or registrar certifying their good standing;
a letter, transcript or email from the law school dean or registrar indicating their class rank, and
the cumulative GPA needed to graduate from their current law school.

Accepting an offer of admission

To accept an offer of admission, an applicant must pay a seat deposit of $500. If the applicant is admitted before May 15th, the deposit can be paid in two installments of $250 each. Applicants admitted May 15 or later will have two weeks to submit the full seat deposit. Seat deposits cannot be waived and are non-refundable. A portion of the seat deposit is given back to students who are enrolled through the second week of their first semester at Simmons Law School.

Application Fee Waiver

SIU Simmons Law School charges a $50 fee to apply. Additionally, LSAC charges for the LSAT and the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). LSAC offers full and partial waivers to applicants who have an inability to pay for either the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) or the CAS Report. For more information, visit the LSAC website: Apply for an LSAC Fee Waiver | The Law School Admission Council. Applicants who receive a CAS fee waiver will automatically receive an application fee waiver.

LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

Applicants are required to register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). All undergraduate and graduate transcripts and letters of recommendation must be sent directly to LSAC. For more information on the LSAT or CAS, visit the Law School Admission Council website, LSAC.org. Questions relating to your CAS law school report should be directed to LSAC, Box 2000, 662 Penn Street, Newtown, PA 18940-0998. The candidate referral service phone number is (215) 968-1001.

International Applicants

International applicants are citizens or permanent residents of a country outside the United States (U.S.) that require an F-1 or J-1 visa to enter and study in the U.S. Please note that the application deadline for international applicants is four weeks earlier (June 1) than the application deadline for domestic applicants.

International applicants who are admitted to the Simmons Law School may be required to participate in the Southern Illinois University Center for English as a Second Language Graduate Student English Program or an equivalent program prior to matriculation. To learn more about our admission requirements for international applicants visit the Simmons Law School website, www.law.siu.edu.

Applicants with undergraduate degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States and whose native language is not English, or who have not obtained an undergraduate or graduate degree in the United States, must provide proof of English proficiency. Applicants may submit a qualifying TOEFL or IELTS English proficiency exam score. Minimum English Proficiency exam scores are 600 (PBT)/100 (IBT) TOEFL or 7 IELTS. Applicants must retake the English proficiency exam if the minimum score is not earned. If you completed a degree in a third-party country where English was the primary language of instruction, this may be considered on a case-by-case basis with documentation from the institution proving English was the standard.

In addition, applicants are required to register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) and all academic records must be mailed to LSAC for transcript translation and evaluation.

Personal Statement

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement. Personal statements should be two to three pages in length, double-spaced, and uploaded as an attachment to the online application. In your personal statement, or as a separate attachment, please include answers to both of the following questions:

What are your career plans after law school or areas of interest in the law?
Describe any life experiences that would indicate unusual drive, determination, perseverance, motivation, or leadership characteristics.

Resume

Applicants are required to submit a current resume that includes all post-high school education, employment history, honors and awards, and extracurricular activities including community service.

NOTE: Gaps in an applicant's education or employment history of more than six months should be included in the resume; however, a separate addendum should be included to explain the gap in education or employment. The resume (and addendum, if applicable) should be uploaded with your online application.

Letters of Recommendation

Applicants are required to submit two, and may submit up to four, letters directly to LSAC. Simmons Law School prefers at least one letter from a professor, instructor, or teaching assistant addressing the applicant's academic work. The recommender should detail the applicant's analytical and critical thinking skills, work ethic, maturity, and professionalism.

Character and Fitness Disclosure

SIU Simmons Law School requires all applicants to make a complete and full disclosure to the Character and Fitness questions at time of application. If the answer is "Yes" to one or more of the Character and Fitness questions outlined in the application, applicants will need to upload a written explanation of each incident that includes dates, locations, charges, associated fees, and final disposition. Answering "Yes" to any of these questions does not mean that an applicant will automatically be rejected. Answering these questions honestly may be a factor in your application and in the law school's certification to practice law in any jurisdiction.

NOTE: Full disclosure is required for any charges against you, including those that have been dismissed, and those for which you were acquitted, adjudication was withheld or deferred, a conviction was reversed, set aside, or vacated, any records were sealed or expunged, you received court supervision, or you pled guilty or nolo contendere to the charge, and regardless of whether you have been previously told that you do not need to disclose any such instance.

In addition, applicants are under continuing obligation to update disclosures and add new occurrences. Failure to make complete disclosure on this application may result in revocation of an offer of admission to Simmons Law School and/or denial of your application for admission to practice law in a particular state. Discrepancies between disclosure on this application and an applicant?s character and fitness application for admission to the bar may result in serious consequences while in law school and when applying to take the bar examination. Therefore, prior to matriculation, applicants are encouraged to seek the specific bar requirements for the state the applicant plans to practice law. 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 website (https://www.ncbex.org/).

Cost of Attendance, Financial Aid, and Scholarships

Educational costs are determined each year by the SIU Board of Trustees. The resulting budgets are used to determine a student's financial need and eligibility for various types of financial aid.

Applicants applying for financial aid must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application online, https://studentaid.gov/.Applicants must include the Southern Illinois University federal school code (001758) to have the FAFSA information sent directly to the SIU Financial Aid Office. In order to receive timely financial aid award information, Simmons Law School suggests that applicants submit their FAFSA as early as October 2026. For more information on the estimated cost of attendance, law student budget, and financial aid, please visit the Simmons Law School website, www.law.siu.edu.

SIU Simmons Law School has a generous scholarship program including renewable tuition waiver scholarships and annual Foundation scholarships. However, scholarships are limited. As such, applicants are advised to apply early in the application cycle (before January 15) to be considered for all available scholarships.

Tuition waiver scholarships are automatically awarded at time of admission; no additional application is required and are automatically renewed when the terms are met at the end of the second and fourth semesters.

In early spring, Foundation scholarships are awarded and there may be a secondary response required. For more information on financial aid and scholarships, contact the Office of Admissions at lawadmit@siu.edu or (618) 453-8858.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

SIU Simmons Law School follows all applicable laws and regulations relating to students with physical or learning disabilities including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Applicants are not required to identify known disabilities in the application. Academic and programmatic support services are available for students with either permanent or temporary disabilities through Office for Access and Accommodations. Admitted students with a disability who seek an accommodation from the Simmons Law School should immediately contact OAA.

Equal Opportunity Policy

In accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois and the United States, the Board of Trustees of Southern Illinois University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and is committed to taking affirmative steps aimed at overcoming historical patterns of discrimination in our society. The Board of Trustees directs that all elements of Southern Illinois University adhere to procedures which promote this policy in all phases of university activities including employment, educational programs, choice of contractors, and relationships with employee organizations. Article VII. Policy on Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statutes of the Board of Trustees of SIU. For more information, visit the Southern Illinois University Board of Trustee Statute, http://siusystem.edu/board-of-trustees/legislation/board-legislation-statutes.shtml#7.

Questions

If you have additional questions, please contact:

Office of Admissions
(618) 453-8858
lawadmit@siu.edu

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Southern

American Bar Association 504(a) Notice
Because of the high ethical standards to which lawyers are held, failure to fully disclose information requested below may result in revocation of admission or disciplinary action by the Law Center, or denial of permission to practice law by the state in which you seek admission to the bar. Applications to take state bar examinations ask similar questions and bar examiners often require that you include your law school application as part of your application for admission to the bar. Accordingly, we strongly urge, if you are unsure as to whether to make a disclosure that you err on the side of disclosure. It is also your responsibility to update your application by notifying the Southern University Law Center Admissions Office if any disciplinary or criminal charges are filed or are expected to be filed between the date you submit this application and the date you enroll at Southern University Law Center. Further, you should familiarize yourself with the character and fitness requirements in the state(s) in which you intend to practice law.

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 disciplinary action for scholastic or other reasons at any institution of higher education? (Only indicate "Yes" if administrative disciplinary procedures were initiated as related to your offense.)
A university, in Louisiana, may inquire on an initial application form about a prospective student's criminal conviction history relative to any conviction for the following crimes enumerated in Louisiana Revised Statutes: 14:40.2 (stalking), 40.3 (cyberstalking), 41 (rape), 42 (aggravated rape), 42.1 (forcible rape), 43 (simple rape), 43.1 (sexual battery), and 43.2 (second degree sexual battery) or an offense under the laws of another state or under any military, territorial, foreign, tribal, or federal law that is equivalent to any of these offenses. If a university elects to deny admission based on any such conviction, it shall notify the person, who may appeal the decision to the entity that considers the university's disciplinary matters.
Have you ever been convicted of any of the offenses as stated above?

If yes, please attach a separate sheet with an explanation and certified copies of court documentation.

NOTE: Your responses to question 4 must include matters that have been dismissed, expunged, subject to a diversion or deferred prosecution program, or otherwise set aside.
Have you ever been discharged or dismissed from the Armed Forces other than by honorable discharge?
If yes, please attach a separate sheet with an explanation.
Are there any criminal charges for the crimes listed in question 4 pending against you?
If yes, please attach a separate sheet with an explanation.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Please note that it is your responsibility to notify the Admissions Office of changes of address and changes of circumstances, for example, in response to the questions about disciplinary or criminal charges or the expected date of graduation.
Omissions and inaccuracies in completing the application may be grounds for a misconduct and irregularities investigation.
If you apply for bar admission, the enclosed information may be made available to bar examiners.

NOTE: FAILURE TO FURNISH A COMPLETE APPLICATION WILL RESULT IN PROCESSING DELAYS.

Law School Application Requirements

Prior to being accepted for admission, all credentials must be submitted along with the completed application by the deadline date of May 1st.

A nonrefundable application fee for online submissions is $75.00.

Day and Evening Division Students

The deadline for all JD programs is May 1st.

Students applying to the Law Center for the first time must submit:

Formal application.
An official transcript showing the degree from a college or university.
Résumé.
Two letters of recommendation. (Submitted directly through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service only.)
Personal Statement explaining why you wish to attend law school in general and the Southern University Law Center in particular. If applying electronically via LSAC, use an electronic attachment.
Credential Assembly Service Law School Report. All applicants are required to register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) and take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).
A nonrefundable application fee of $75 is required. Your application will be processed only upon receipt of the appropriate fee.

Transfer Students

Students applying for admission to the Law Center as transfers must submit:

All of the above documentation.
Letter from the dean of an ABA-approved law school previously attended, certifying academic good standing and completion of the required first-year curriculum.
Official transcript from law school previously attended.
Letter of recommendation from a law professor.

NOTE: Only credits earned at ABA-approved law schools may be used to determine advanced standing.

We accept applications that have been prepared using the Law School Admission Council's electronic application. This product enables you to efficiently fill out applications for all ABA-approved law schools using your computer. You can print out your completed application and send it directly to Southern University Law Center at the address indicated, or you can electronically transmit your law school application to LSAC. LSAC will then send your application to Southern University Law Center. Applications submitted to LSAC for transmission to Southern University Law Center will be considered postmarked on the day they are electronically submitted. LSAC's Electronic Applications are available at LSAC.org.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Southern University Law Center (SULC) is committed to ensuring equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, actual or perceived gender, age, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or parental, marital, domestic partner, civil union, military, or veteran status.

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Texas Southern

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 at: http:www.ncbex.org/.

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 answers, or failure to inform the Office of Admissions of any change to your answers, may result in denial or revocation of admission, expulsion after matriculation, revocation of law degree after graduation, or other disciplinary action by the Law School, referral to the appropriate state bar examiners, or denial of permission to practice by the state in which you seek admission. If you are unsure as to whether to make a disclosure, we strongly urge that you err on the side of full disclosure.

You may exclude minor traffic violations and parking tickets. However, if the traffic violation resulted in a Failure to Appear charge or warrant, you must report this information. You must also report any traffic or other offenses involving alcohol, drugs, or a controlled substance, or any offenses in which there was an attempt, whether successful or not, to suspend or revoke your driver's license. (Full disclosure is required even though you may have been advised by another source that you are not required to do so.)

If you answer "yes" to question 1, you must submit official court records as well as a detailed explanation of each instance, including its ultimate disposition. If a court or arresting/ticketing agency is unable to provide copies of pertinent records, you must obtain a written statement stating so from the court or agency. You must disclose each instance even if no charges were filed, even if you were granted any type of pretrial diversion such as deferred disposition or deferred adjudication, even if charges were dismissed, even if you were acquitted of such charges, and even if such charges resulted in a conviction that was reversed, set aside, vacated, or expunged. If expunged, please attach (in the Attachments Section) official court documents showing that the charges were expunged and the date of the expungement.

Have you ever (either as a juvenile or adult), been charged, arrested, convicted, or granted deferred adjudication or deferred disposition in any jurisdiction of any crime other than a minor traffic violation? If yes, give details in a separate statement and attach to this application in the Attachments Section.
Have you ever been charged with an honor violation or had disciplinary action (non-academic) taken against you while in school? If yes, give details in a separate statement and attach to this application in the Attachments Section. If you are in doubt as to whether or not such action has been taken against you, it is recommended that you call your school(s). In addition to providing the statement of details, you may request that your school's judicial office send a letter to our admissions office (lawadmissions@tsu.edu) regarding your infraction, sanctions, and outcome. Failure to disclose is often a more serious infraction than the misconduct.
Have you ever been, or are you now, academically suspended, dismissed or placed on academic probation? If yes, please attach a statement of circumstances to your application in the Attachments Section.
Have you ever been expelled, dismissed, or advised to resign from any post-secondary institution, college, professional school or law school in order to avoid academic or disciplinary action? If yes please provide a statement of explanation and attach to this application in the Attachments Section.

Thurgood Marshall School of Law only has one option for completing their JD degree: a full-time program. The full-time program is designed for students who plan to devote nearly all their time to law study. The Law School does not recommend full-time students to work more than 20 hours per week. Thurgood Law does not offer spring enrollment for entering 1L students.

Law School Admissions Test (LSAT)

Thurgood Marshall School of Law accepts LSAT scores on admissions applications. Applicants submitting an LSAT score should request scores for the past five years from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) using Thurgood Law's school code 6824. LSAT scores are reportable for five years following the applicants' test date. If you would like the Admissions Committee to consider a score from a future LSAT, you should note that on the application form and email a statement to our office asking that we hold your file until the future test score arrives. The email should be sent to lawadmissions@tsu.edu. No other communications will be acceptable. Suppose we receive this communication after reviewing your file. In that case, the decision of whether your file will be reconsidered, in light of the later score, will be left to the discretion of the Admissions Committee.

Mandatory Attachments - JD1 Application

Reminder: If you have previously attended any law school, please complete the JD2 application.

Personal Statement - A personal statement of no more than four pages is extremely valuable in the selection process. You may write your personal statement on any subject, but you should include a statement explaining your interest in attending Thurgood Law in either your personal statement or an optional statement.

Resume - Attach a resume or a list of civic and extracurricular activities, honor societies, and work experience on a separate sheet.

Letters of Recommendation - You must submit a minimum of two letters of recommendation (LOR). The most valuable LORs are those from professors, employers, or colleagues with whom you have had close working relationships. All letters must be sent through CAS.

Optional Attachments - Required for Certain Applicants

Character and Fitness - If you answered "yes" to any of the questions in the character and fitness section, please include an electronic attachment explaining all the relevant circumstances. For any of the questions, provide the final disposition of the incident(s).

Optional Attachments - Permitted for All Applicants

Optional Statement: You may wish to explain or highlight elements in your application that are not readily apparent. You may write an optional statement regarding your diversity, disadvantaged background, socioeconomic status, grade trends, substantial discrepancy between your performance on standardized tests and your actual level of academic achievement, or any other information you believe is relevant to the Admissions Committee that has not been previously included in your personal statement. If you did not include it in your personal statement, you should also describe why you want to attend Thurgood Law. Please limit this statement to no more than two pages, and include an appropriate header to this document. The header can be as simple as "Last Name, L#, Optional Statement."

Checking the Status of Your Application

The Office of Admissions will notify applicants, via email, when their application has been received and processed. That email contact will include instructions for using our online status check system. It is vital that you provide us with a current email address and that you check your email regularly (including your spam folder). The Office of Admissions tries to keep applicants informed of their status via the online status check, but applicants are still responsible for making sure the application and all supporting materials arrive by the deadline. Applications that are not completed prior to the deadline will be denied. Applicants can check the status of their CAS file online at LSAC.org.

Because we use a rolling admissions process, more availability will likely occur earlier in the admission cycle. Decisions are made on a rolling basis beginning in December, and all decisions will be communicated to the applicants via the online status check system and via email. The admissions staff will not give admissions decisions over the telephone to protect the applicants' confidentiality.

Character and Fitness

You should thoroughly and carefully respond to every question on this application, but you should use extra care concerning the character & fitness section. While an honest "yes" to any of these questions will not necessarily result in the rejection of your application, a dishonest "no" is evidence of a lack of candor and honesty and can have serious repercussions. Both Thurgood Marshall School of Law and any state bar associations to which you apply will consider any substantial discrepancy between your application and the facts as grounds for adverse action, including revocation of admission to, expulsion from Thurgood Marshall School of Law, or denial of admission to the bar. Good moral character is part of being a worthwhile lawyer. Providing truthful and complete answers to these questions is your chance to exhibit that character.

Thurgood Marshall School of Law will not be sympathetic to applicants who fail to disclose matters that are clearly required to be reported under this section. When in doubt, you should err on the side of full disclosure. If you still have questions, please contact the Office of Admissions at 713.313.7114. Thurgood Law also places upon each applicant the continuing responsibility to promptly notify us of any changes that render incorrect or incomplete responses in the application. This notification is required before, after, and at any time while enrolled as a student. You should research the character and fitness qualifications for the state(s) in which you intend to practice. Please retain a copy of your completed application and supporting documentation for your records. The Texas State Board of Examiners will require you to submit a copy of this application.

Financial Aid/Scholarships

All admitted students will be considered for merit scholarships. For more information on merit scholarships, please visit our website.

Texas Southern University- Thurgood Marshall School of Law (TMSL), does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age or disability in the administration of its academic or employment policies or other school-administered rights, privileges, programs or activities.

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UDC

The practice of law is a profession that demands the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and responsibility. In assessing applicants, law schools must evaluate not only academic potential but also the character and fitness of those seeking admission to the bar. As such, applicants are required to disclose information relevant to their background, including academic, professional, and personal matters that may reflect on their judgment, truthfulness, or ability to uphold the ethical and professional standards of the legal profession. Full transparency in responding to all inquiries is paramount.

Below are questions regarding your character and fitness to practice law. Please be aware that your application will not be prejudiced simply because you answer Yes to any of the questions. UDC Law will evaluate your answers to the questions in the context of your entire application. We believe that your ability to reflect on the challenging life circumstances and the impact of those experiences on your path to a legal career adds tremendous value to your law school application and experience. If you answer Yes to any of the following questions, you must provide a statement which includes:

the date(s) of the incident(s)
the original charge or citation
the specific nature of the incident
a detailed explanation of the relevant facts/circumstances
show the matter was resolved (including any reduced charges or lesser included offenses)
any supporting documentation

Simply providing copies of supporting documents does not satisfy this requirement. You must also submit a detailed explanation. Your answers to these questions are confidential and will only be used for the determination of your character and fitness for admission to law school and to practice law, unless UDC Law is required to share this information pursuant to a court order or if required by a jurisdiction where you are sitting for a bar examination.

NOTE CAREFULLY: The Admission Committee wishes to emphasize to applicants that failure to disclose an act or event can be more serious than the act itself. [Many state bar associations require a candidate to reveal all criminal or disciplinary charges, even if expunged.] If in doubt, always err on the side of full disclosure. You must disclose all matters requested on this law school application, even if you have been advised otherwise by anyone else, including legal counsel. This 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 guilty, adjudication was withheld, deferred, or diver

I acknowledge that I have fully read and understand the Character and Fitness instructions.
Have you ever been academically dropped, dismissed, suspended, warned, placed on academic or disciplinary probation, disciplined, expelled, or found in violation of student policy/honor code, from any post-secondary school, college, university, or professional school?
Have you ever been cited, charged with, arrested for, convicted of, or plead guilty or nolo contendere to a violation of any law? You must report all violations, even if those violations have been expunged. Repeated moving violations, unpaid parking tickets, or driving while intoxicated or impaired are viewed by some jurisdictions as serious offenses and should be reported here.
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?
Have you ever had a professional license suspended or revoked, or been subject to disciplinary action by a professional organization, association, or licensing board?

Thank you for your interest in the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law (UDC Law). Please read all instructions carefully before submitting your application. The Admission Committee will not review your application until all materials have been received. If you have any questions regarding the application or any of the requirements, please contact the Office of Admission before you submit your application, at lawadmission@udc.edu. Applicants to UDC Law are required to apply and pay all applicable fees electronically through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) at www.lsac.org. Once you submit your application, LSAC will send an electronic version of your application to our office.

Application Checklist

A completed electronic application will include the following:

Personal Statement
Justice Essay
Résumé
Answers to ALL questions in the Character and Fitness section (if applicable)
Addendum explaining any Yesresponses to questions in the Character and Fitness section (if applicable)
Letter of Academic Standing (prior law school matriculants)
Statement of Readiness (previously disqualified or dismissed law school students)

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 recommendations (If you have been previously disqualified or dismissed from a previous law school, one letter of recommendation must be from a law school professor)
Official TOEFL report (if applicable)

The information below will assist you in completing your UDC Law application.

Personal Statement

Your personal statement assists the Admission Committee in getting to know and understand you as a person. Your personal statement should detail your interest in UDC Law and explain how attending our institution will allow you to realize your dreams and aspirations. Your personal statement should be typed in a 12-point font, double-spaced, and no longer than two (2) pages. Your personal statement must be included in the Attachments section of the online application.

Justice Essay

The Justice Essay is an opportunity for the Admission Committee to learn more about you and your interest in social justice. This essay allows you to provide the Admission Committee with insight on what issue(s) are important to you and how you have demonstrated a commitment to pursuing social justice. Your Justice Essay should be typed in a 12-point font, double-spaced, and no longer than two (2) pages. Your Justice Essay must be included in the Attachments section of the online application.

Résumé

Submit a current resume that includes your employment history, extra-curricular activities, and community service. Your résumé should be no longer than two (2) pages and must be included in the "Attachments" section of the online application.

Character and Fitness

The practice of law is a profession that demands the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and responsibility. In assessing applicants, law schools must evaluate not only academic potential but also the character and fitness of those seeking admission to the bar. As such, applicants are required to disclose information relevant to their background, including academic, professional, and personal matters that may reflect on their judgment, truthfulness, or ability to uphold the ethical and professional standards of the legal profession. Full transparency in responding to all inquiries is paramount.

Please be advised that the information you provide will be treated as confidential and will be used exclusively for the purpose of evaluating your character and fitness for admission to law school, and ultimately, to the practice of law. This information may also be subject to review by bar examiners in the jurisdiction(s) where you seek admission. Inconsistencies, omissions, or misrepresentations in your responses could result in serious consequences, including the denial of certification for bar admission, even if the underlying conduct would not, in isolation, preclude admission.

Failure to provide complete and accurate information, or to update your responses if your circumstances change, may lead to the withdrawal of an offer of admission, dismissal from law school, or complications in your bar admission process. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek bar admission. Since jurisdiction rules and policies change, the National Conference of Bar Examiners strongly advises consulting the jurisdiction's bar admission agency directly for the most current information. Please visit https://www.ncbex.org/jurisdictions for all relevant bar admission agencies.

Once you submit your application and throughout your matriculation and graduation from UDC Law, you must timely disclose any matter that arises which would have required you to answer Yesto one or more questions in the Character and Fitness section at the time you submitted your UDC Law application.

LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

You must register with LSAC for the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) at www.lsac.org. Your file is not complete and will not be reviewed until UDC Law has received your CAS report, which includes an LSAT score, writing sample, letters of recommendation, and transcripts.

LSAT

All applicants for admission are required to take the LSAT. NOTE: If an applicant has an LSAT score on file at the time an application is submitted, and they are registered to take a future test, it is the applicant's responsibility to contact our office, via email, to request that we hold the application pending the release of new LSAT score. If a request to hold an application is not received, the Admission Committee will review the file with the current LSAT score. IMPORTANT: UDC Law will not accept LSAT scores from exams after the May 15th deadline.

Transcripts

After you register for CAS, you must submit a separate transcript, from all institutions you have attended, post high school, which 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

Transcripts must be sent directly from the institutions to LSAC. Transcripts issued to you or sent by you will be returned unprocessed. Be mindful, that most schools charge a fee for forwarding transcripts. Do not send transcripts directly to UDC Law.

Letters of Recommendation

Two (2) letters of recommendation are required in order for your application to be considered. Letters of recommendation should not be mailed or emailed directly to UDC Law . Your CAS report will not be released to UDC Law unless two (2) letters of recommendation are on file.

Prior Law Matriculants (Disqualified or Dismissed from a previous law school)

The University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law will consider admission of a limited number of students who have experienced extenuating circumstances that may have impacted their success in the first year of law school. To be considered for admission, a student who has been previously disqualified from another law school must have been separated from that law school for a period of two semesters from the date of the dismissal notification to the start date of the fall semester in which they are applying for.

Previously disqualified or dismissed law school students cannot transfer any credits from their prior law school and must adhere to all the rules and policies set forth for applying as a first-year JD applicant at UDC Law. You must submit all required documents from the above checklist, including the additional documents below. If you do not submit all required documents, it will delay the processing of your application.

You must also submit:

Letter of Academic Standing from an appropriate law school official. (e-mail to lawadmission@udc.edu).
Letter of recommendation - Must be from a previous law school professor.
Statement of Readiness - A narrative that explains that you have reflected on the circumstances that led to the dismissal, the steps you have taken to address those challenges, and you have developed a realistic and well-organized plan for success.

International Applicants

UDC Law 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

UDC Law requires that foreign transcripts be submitted to LSAC for any post-secondary work outside the United States (including its territories) or Canada, to be evaluated. 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. Please note: more time is usually required to receive foreign transcripts. Questions 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 of the date of this application. 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 www.ets.org.

Statement of Financial Resources

Any non-U.S. citizen seeking admission should be aware of the financial resources required to attend. The expected annual cost of law school and living expenses is approximately $58,665 for non-U.S. citizens. Should admission to UDC Law be offered, you must provide documentation that sufficient funds exist to meet the cost of attendance.

PLEASE NOTE: All application materials should be submitted no later than the application deadline of May 15th for the Admission Committee's consideration. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required materials are received by UDC Law Office of Admission. All materials submitted by and on behalf of an applicant become the property of the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law and will not be returned. Please make copies of all submitted application materials.

Inquiries about the UDC Law admission process should be addressed to:

Office of Admission
UDC David A. Clarke School of Law
4340 Connecticut Avenue NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20008

Phone: 202.274.7341
E-mail: lawadmission@udc.edu
Website: www.law.udc.edu

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Western Michigan

The remaining questions require you to disclose whether you have a history of criminal or civil offenses or academic, work-related, or military disciplinary actions, whether those matters appear on your record or not. In other words, we want to know about any offenses you may have committed or admitted responsibility to. Just because a matter no longer appears on your public criminal record does not mean there is no private record of it. Pending matters must also be disclosed. Cooley Law School does not necessarily deny admission simply because an applicant has a history of criminal or civil offenses or disciplinary matters. In making admissions decisions, the Law School considers the nature, number, and date of offenses.

Full candor in the law school application process is required not only by Cooley Law School, but also by the state bar you will apply to for your license to practice law. Your law school application answers will be scrutinized and your entire history checked by bar authorities when you apply for admission to the bar, which you must do in order to practice law.

If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you are required to submit a Character and Fitness Summary Form where you will fully state the details of the incident(s), including dates and outcomes. You will also be required to provide official documentation pertaining to the reported incident(s). Official documentation may include but is not limited to police reports, a final register of actions, final dispositions, certificates of completion, or receipts of fines paid. If documents cannot be procured, you will be asked to provide verification in writing from the source that a particular record is not available. Current driving records may be required for incidents related to driving or loss of license. Official documentation can be submitted with your application or sent after the application has been submitted.

In your entire life as an adult OR a juvenile have you:

- been convicted of, or
- pleaded guilty or no contest or otherwise admitted responsibility to, or
- agreed to deferred adjudication or adjournment in contemplation of dismissal of, or
- conceded that a prosecuting authority had sufficient evidence to convict you of, or
- had a criminal conviction expunged, set aside, sealed, or otherwise declared confidential
for the violation of any law or ordinance other than a minor parking or traffic violation?
A minor traffic or parking violation refers to an instance where only a citation was issued such as a speeding ticket. All careless and reckless driving offenses, or any misdemeanor traffic offenses involvingdrugs or alcohol*, or any offenses that result in thesuspension or revocation of your driver's license, areNOTconsidered minor andmust be disclosed.*

Are you currently a party to any proceeding that could result in fines, incarceration, probation, or civil forfeiture, other than minor traffic or parking violations? (Civil forfeiture means your property or money is taken because of a crime.)

A minor traffic or parking violation refers to an instance where only a citation was issued such as a speeding ticket. All careless and reckless driving offenses, or anymisdemeanor traffic offenses involving drugs or alcohol, or any offenses that result in the suspension or revocation of your driver’s license, are NOT considered minor and must be disclosed.

Have you been arrested in the last five years?
Has any academic institution after high school ever imposed on you:

- academic probation or academic dismissal, or
- formal or informal disciplinary action for behavior on or off campus, including warnings, grade reduction, probation, suspension, dismissal, or expulsion?

Has any employer, governmental or administrative agency, including the Armed Forces, ever:

- taken disciplinary action against you, for dishonest, disorderly, or violent conduct?
- discharged you, for dishonest, disorderly, or violent conduct?
- did you leave with accusations pending for dishonest, disorderly, or violent conduct?

Applying to Cooley Law School

When to Apply

Cooley Law School enrolls both a Fall (September) and Spring (January) entering class. Fall entering students may enroll in a full-time daytime program at both the Lansing, Michigan and Tampa, Florida campus. Spring entering students may enroll in a part-time evening program in Tampa, Florida or a weekend blended program in Lansing, Michigan.

Application Components

Application. A completed electronic application, submitted through LSAC.
Personal Statement. Two to four pages double spaced. 12 point font.
Resume.
Impact Statement (optional). Applicants are invited to discuss any experiences or aspects of who you are that may enhance the legal community. This could include the impact law has made in your desire to attend law school or the impact you want to make in the legal field with your degree.
Character & Fitness Summary Form and Official Documentation (required if you answered 'yes' to any of the questions in the Character & Fitness section): Applicants must provide a description of the events and charges in a Character & Fitness Summary Form. Each incident requires an individual Summary Form. Official documentation is required and can be attached at the end of the application or uploaded to your Application Status Online (ASO) portal after submission.

CAS Report Components

LSAT Score and Writing Sample. LSAT scores are valid for five years.
Transcripts. Official transcripts of all undergraduate, graduate, and professional institutions attended.
Letter of Recommendation (optional). It is strongly encouraged to submit at least one letter of recommendation through LSAC.

Transfer Applicants

In addition to the components listed above, transfer applicants must provide:

Official copy of law school transcripts.
Letter of good standing. Must be sent directly to the Cooley Law School Admissions Office from the applicant's current institution.
Personal statement explaining reasons for transfer.
Course description and syllabi for courses taken in the last two years.
Completed Transfer Credit Determination Form. The Admissions Office will provide this form after review of a completed application.

Prior Matriculation

In addition to the components listed above, applicants that have previously matriculated in a J.D. program must provide:

Official copy of law school transcript.
Letter of good standing. Must be sent directly to the Cooley Law School Admissions Office from the applicant's prior law school.
Personal statement explaining the reasons for your desire to return to law school.

Applicants who were academically dismissed from a J.D. program are unable to apply to Cooley Law School. Effective May 2023, the faculty of Cooley Law School voted to terminate the restart policy. Any restart application will be denied.

Scholarship

Cooley Law School awards incoming merit based scholarships. All applicants are automatically reviewed for a scholarship and if awarded, will be notified in the decision letter.

Character & Fitness

To be admitted to Cooley Law School, you must meet certain character and fitness standards along with being academically eligible. The practice of law is a profession and a noble calling. The privilege of admission carries with it professional obligations of integrity, honesty, trust, and responsibility. Cooley Law School is committed to fostering the highest standards of ethics and responsibility in its students. The professionalism required of every student begins with the application for admission.

You will be asked a few questions about your past and recent conduct, and there may be things you have to tell us that you are not proud of. Both the law school and your state bar are more interested in your current character than in conduct you engaged in earlier. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you tell the truth and the whole truth in response to the questions you are asked on the application.

Applicants must complete an official Cooley Law School application, and every question on the application must be answered honestly and completely. Applicants are responsible for the accuracy and thoroughness of all information provided. Failure to disclose, concealment of information, or failure to fully disclose may result in denial of admission, revocation of admission, suspension or dismissal after matriculation, withdrawal of certification of graduation, or revocation of the degree.

Ask for clarification from the law school, not outside third parties.

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Western State

If you answer YES to any of the following questions, you MUST provide a detailed explanation and include supporting documents as necessary. You should also consult the rules and regulations of the Committee of Bar Examiners of the state in which you intend to practice law to determine whether or not these incidents might affect your eligibility for admission to the bar. Failure to provide truthful and complete answers, or failure to notify the Admissions Office of any changes in your answers, may result in revocation of admission or disciplinary action by the law school or denial of permission to practice law in the state in which you seek admission. If you are unsure as to whether to disclose an incident or not, please contact the Admissions Office.

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.

Are there any criminal charges pending or expected to be brought against you?
Have you ever been, as an adult or juvenile, cited, arrested, taken into custody, charged with, indicted, convicted, tried for, or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere (no contest) to a crime (other than a minor traffic violation), including sealed and/or expunged convictions?
Have you ever been placed on academic probation from any college or university for academic reasons?
Have you ever been academically or otherwise disqualified or suspended from any college or university for academic reasons?
Have you ever been subjected to disciplinary action for scholastic or other reasons from any college or university attended?
Have you ever been found in violation of an honor code or been disciplined for misconduct by any college or university you have attended or by any organizations or employers?

Application Requirements

Application

Only electronic applications sent through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) are accepted.

Social Security Number for Certain Applicants

If you will be applying for financial aid, your accurate Social Security number is required in this application. The SSN cannot be added to your application at a later date.

Standardized Tests

All applicants must submit a standardized test score. The only standardized tests that Western State College of Law accepts are the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants who have taken or will take the LSAT must submit their LSAT score(s). Applicants who have not taken the LSAT may submit their GRE scores. Applicants who have taken both the LSAT and GRE are encouraged to submit standardized test scores from both exams.

Applicants who wish to submit GRE scores should send all scores from the past five years through their Educational Testing Service (ETS) account. Western State College of Law?s ETS school code for the GRE is: 3375.

If an applicant admitted with a GRE score later obtains an LSAT score, the Admissions Committee reserves the right to reconsider that applicant?s file in light of the new LSAT score and issue a new decision or a new scholarship award.

Credential Assembly Service (CAS)

All applicants must register with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS) and pay the appropriate fees to LSAC. Transcripts from all colleges attended must be submitted to CAS. We will request the CAS report from the LSAC upon receipt of your application. If you are applying with an LSAT score, your LSAT writing sample must be included in your CAS report.

Personal Statement

Although academic history and the LSAT score are crucial in the application review process, the personal statement is a vital factor as well. The personal statement should be no more than three pages, typed and double-spaced. In the personal statement, you should focus on your accomplishments, skills, experiences and motivation for attending law school that indicate potential for success in law school. Include any information such as career plans, leadership ability, or anything else that will help the Admission Committee gain a clear and accurate picture of you as an individual.

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are required to be submitted through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service and are sent to Western State as part of your CAS report. Please do not send duplicate letters directly to Western State. Recommendations from professors are strongly recommended, especially if you have graduated with an undergraduate degree within the last five years.

Resume

A current resume is suggested / optional.

Prior Law School Attendance

Applicants who have previously attended law school must fulfill the following additional requirements:

Personal Statement *For transfer students, include your reasons for transferring in your personal statement.

*For students who were academically dismissed from a law school, you must have waited at least two academic terms before applying. In your personal statement, explain the circumstances and what steps you have taken to succeed in law school.

*For students who attended a law school, withdrew from the law school, and earned no credits, please explain the circumstances.

Law School Transcript Submit an official transcript of your completed law school coursework to either Western State or LSAC.

Letter of Standing Request a letter from either the Dean or Registrar at your current law school, indicating your current standing, and have it sent to the Admission Office. (Adm@wsulaw.edu)

Letters of Recommendation As stated above, two letters of recommendation are required to be submitted through the LSAC Letter of Recommendation Service. Recommendations from law professors are strongly recommended.

Maximum semester units allowed to transfer

ABA-approved law schools: 43 units CBE-approved law schools: 29 units

Transfer admission is a two-step process. Once a transfer applicant has been admitted, the prior law school transcript is evaluated by the Academic Dean and Registrar. The number of units accepted in transfer is determined by Western State Law College's academic policy.

Review for Admissions

Once the applicant's file is complete, the Faculty Admission Committee makes each admission decision based on its estimation of the applicant's potential for academic success, upon a full and careful review of all information provided at the time of review. The members of the Committee consider the required elements, including the standardized test score(s), undergraduate record, personal statement and letters of recommendation, as well as optional items such as a current resume or other addenda. No single item in an applicant's file defines the outcome of an admission decision. Please allow 4-8 weeks for a decision to be rendered once your file is complete.

Where there are multiple LSAT or GRE scores, more weight will generally be given to the highest scores. However, all of your scores will be taken into account, and particular attention will be paid to the trend and recency of your scores.

Rolling Admissions

Western State continues to review applications on a rolling basis until the class is full.

Application Deadline

The application will close on July 1st, 2027.

Admission Office Contact Information

15101 Red Hill Ave

Tustin, CA 92780

714.459.1101

adm@wsulaw.edu

Western State College of Law at Westcliff University, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and university policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, military status, citizenship or sexual orientation. Western State also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.

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Widener - Pennsylvania

All applicants must respond to the following questions. If you answer "yes" to any question in this section, you must attach an addendum with a complete explanation of the event including the nature of the offense, the facts surrounding the event, all relevant dates, disposition and sanctions. Without this information, your application will remain incomplete and ineligible for review and decision.

You have a continuing duty to update the information you provided in response to these questions and must notify the law school of any actions occurring after submission of this application. Failure to adequately disclose or update your application can be sufficient reason for refusal or revocation of admission, expulsion, or a rescinding of the law degree after conferral. In addition, please be on notice that bar jurisdictions will have access to your responses and may compare them to the results of your background check performed during the bar examination application process.

If your record was sealed as a result of the Pennsylvania Clean Slate law, you do not have to disclose it on the Character & Fitness section of the application. However, if you apply to take the Bar Exam, you may be required to give a greater disclosure to the Board of Law Examiners, which may be exempt from the PA Clean Slate law.

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 Widener University Commonwealth Law School does not guarantee that you will meet the requirements of the state bar to which you seek admission.

Have you ever received an academic warning, been placed on probation, disciplined, suspended, dismissed, or been subject to any action for misconduct or honor code violation by any college or university or licensing board for any reason or is any such action pending or expected to be brought against you?
Since the age of 18, have you ever been convicted of or pleaded guilty to any crime by a law enforcement agency, other than a minor traffic violation (i.e., parking or speeding citations) that has not been subsequently expunged? If it has been more than 10 years since you turned 18, then you need only list those convictions or guilty pleas that occurred in the past 10 years.
If you are younger than 28 years of age, between the ages of 14 and 18, were you ever convicted of or pleaded guilty to a crime involving serious bodily injury to another person? If you are 28 or older you should answer "no" to this question since the conviction or guilty plea occurred more than 10 years ago.
Are there civil or criminal charges pending or expected to be brought against you by any law enforcement agency, civil or administrative agency, or any other agency?

WLC Admissions Office Contact Information
admitcwlaw@widener.edu717.541.3903

Widener Law Commonwealth in Harrisburg, PA values inclusion and is committed to enrolling students of diverse experiences and backgrounds. The Admissions Committee reviews applications holistically and does not merely rely on standardized tests scores and undergraduate GPA to make admissions decisions.

Widener Law Commonwealth has a rolling admissions process where offers are generally made in the order of completed applications received; therefore, it is important to apply early before the class is filled. The application process is paperless and applications and other supporting documents should be submitted electronically through LSAC.

Communications between the law school and the applicant will be via the primary email address provided on the application. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not your junk or bulk folder), please add admitcwlaw@widener.edu to your address book or safe list.

Applicants may check their status at any time through the Applicant Status Online portal.

Programs:
Full-Time
Part-Time Day
Part-Time Evening Joint Juris Doctor and Online Master of Business Administration

Application Deadlines:
January 1, 2027 - Binding Early Decision Deadline
February 1, 2027 - Early Action Deadline
April 1, 2027 - Early Admission and Express Admissions Programs Deadline
April 15, 2027 - Trial Admissions Program Consideration Deadline
May 1, 2027 - Priority Admissions Deadline
July 1, 2027 - Application Deadline

Application Fee:
The application fee is $60.00. However, the application fee is waived for all applicants who apply on or before the priority admissions deadline of May 1st.

Application Requirements:
A complete application consists of the following:

A completed application form
A 2-3 page, double spaced, personal statement
A one-page résumé
A LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report with all post-secondary academic transcripts submitted through CAS.
A valid Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) score with writing sample OR a valid Graduate Record Examination score
Two Letters of Recommendation (LoR) submitted through CAS are required; however, the Admissions Committee will review up to three LoRs. For an applicant currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate school at least one letter of recommendation should be an academic letter of recommendation.
If applicable, any required addenda (see "Required Application Addenda").

Optional application material consists of the following:

A one-page, double spaced, Diversity Statement explaining any experiences, characteristics, or skills that would allow the applicant to uniquely contribute to the Widener Law Commonwealth community.

Required Application Addenda:

You must submit an addendum with your application if you:

Have previously enrolled in this or another law school's Juris Doctor program or conditional admissions program. The addendum should explain the circumstances under which you left your previous law school and how you are prepared to succeed in law school now. In addition, you must request that your previous law school send an official copy of your law school transcript and a letter of standing. Please note that if you were academically dismissed from another law school, at least two years must have elapsed between the date of your disqualification and the date of your matriculation at this law school.
Answered "Yes" to the question "Have you ever been separated from any branch of the US armed forces under less than honorable conditions?" The addendum should explain of the circumstances that lead to your separation.
Answer "Yes" to any of the character and fitness questions. The addendum must explain the circumstances surrounding the incident(s) necessitating the disclosure. It is very important that you answer these questions honestly, completely, and forthrightly. If you are in doubt as to whether to disclose information, it is better to err on the side of disclosure. Material misrepresentations and failures to disclose can lead to denial of admission, cancellation of acceptance, expulsion from law school, or revocation of the degree after conferral. You have a continuing duty to update the information you provided in response to these questions. You must notify Widener Law Commonwealth of any actions occurring after submission of this application.

Requirements for International Applicants:

In addition to the requirements above, Applicants educated in a foreign country are required to submit all foreign transcripts through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). An International Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers and incorporated into your CAS law school report.
Applicants whose native language is not English, and whose undergraduate education is from outside the U.S., 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 the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). LSAC's TOEFL code for the JD Credential Assembly Service is 6368. Your score will be included in the Foreign Credential Evaluation document that will be included in your CAS Report. To receive information concerning the TOEFL, contact TOEFL Services, Educational Testing Service, PO Box 6151, Princeton, NJ 08541-6151, U.S.A.; E-mail: toefl@ets.org; Website: www.ets.org/toefl.
If admitted, there may be additional requirements and documents needed to enroll at the law school. Please see our Requirements for International Students webpage for more information.

Statement on 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.

Accreditation:
Widener Law Commonwealth 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

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For International Applicants:

Additional Instructions:

Application Fee:

LSAT/Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Registration:

Recommendations:

Personal Statement:

Interviews:

Résumé:

Writing Sample:

North Carolina Residency for Purposes of Admission:

Performance Based Admission Program:

Applicants with Prior Law School Attendance:

Transfer Student Applicants:

Visiting Student Applicants:

Previously Disqualified Student Applicants:

Applicant File Evaluation:

Communication with Applicants:

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