Your application requires submission of a personal statement not to exceed two pages, double-spaced. This is the opportunity for the you to provide the Admissions Committee with insights about yourself as an individual, over and above what is reflected in the other parts of the application. Apart from basic proofreading, no others may assist in the creation of the personal statement.

This section is optional.

At Scalia Law, we are dedicated to creating a vibrant learning environment where meaningful discourse flourishes both inside and outside the classroom. We recognize that a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives enrich our legal education. Each student contributes uniquely to our community, and we appreciate the journeys that have shaped you.

If you would like to share how your background, experiences, or perspectives could enhance the Scalia Law community, we encourage you to submit an optional statement. This is your chance to help us understand how you might engage with, challenge, and lead as a member of our community.

Your application requires submission of an additional statement not to exceed two pages, double-spaced, that discusses your interest in Scalia Law. You must submit your Mason statement as an electronic document uploaded to your LSAC electronic application.

This section is optional.

Please attach any addendum to your application that you would like to be considered by the Admissions Committee.

You must include an up-to-date resumé. There are no format or content requirements, however, it should be a professional resumé. Scalia Law does not have a page limit for the resumé and so you should use your best judgement to decide the proper length.

1. In addition to passing a bar examination, all U.S. jurisdictions require applicants to meet character, fitness, and other qualifications for bar admission. Applicants are strongly encouraged to research the specific requirements of any jurisdiction where they intend to practice. Contact for each jurisdiction is available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners at www.ncbex.org.

Scalia Law requires all applicants to answer questions related to character and fitness. If you answer "Yes" to any such question, you must provide a detailed explanation including the time, place, and circumstances surrounding the conduct. All applicants have an ongoing duty to disclose any character and fitness matters that arise after submitting this application to the Admissions Office. Admitted and matriculated students must also report such matters to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Academic Programs and the Director of Bar Support.

Failure to provide accurate and complete disclosures may result in revocation of scholarships, cancellation of matriculation, or denial or delay of bar admissions. Applicants are strongly advised to err on the side of full disclosure.

2. Has any college, university, graduate school, or professional school ever brought a disciplinary action against you (including honor code or code of ethics charges), issued a warning or reprimand, undertaken any form of review or investigation of your conduct, placed you on academic or social probation, suspended you, expelled you, asked you to withdraw, or are you currently the subject of any pending or expected disciplinary action by any academic institution?

3. Have you ever been charged with, convicted of, arrested, and/or pleaded guilty or no contest to any violation of the criminal laws (including misdemeanors and felonies) even if the record was expunged?

4. Are there any criminal charges, felony, misdemeanor or other accusations, currently pending against you that, if resulting in a conviction, would require you to answer "Yes" to the previous question? You must answer "Yes" even if you have been advised by an attorney not to disclose.

5. Have you ever been cited for any traffic infractions, including traffic camera violations, regardless of the outcome? Do not include parking tickets.

This section is optional.

If you are applying through the Scalia Law Scholars Program, please attach a signed copy of the Scalia Law Scholars Program Agreement Form. The form must be submitted with your application.

(https://www.law.gmu.edu/assets/files/admissions/Scalia-Law-Scholars-form.pdf)

Instructions: George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School

George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School is located just a few miles away from downtown Washington, D.C., the nexus for the creation of the world's most important legislation and jurisprudence.

Applicants for regular admission should submit their applications as soon as possible after September 17. Applications are not evaluated until all required documents have been received. Please provide your name and LSAC account number on each electronic attachment. To be considered for admission to Scalia Law, applicants must provide the following items:

1. Application

All applicants must apply electronically via LSAC.

2. LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Law School Report

All applicants, whether taking the LSAT or GRE, must register with LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). The CAS Report must reflect (a) all work done at undergraduate institutions, signifying that a baccalaureate degree has been or will be awarded before the start of the academic year for which admission is being sought and (b) if the applicant is applying with the LSAT, the CAS report must reflect the results of at least one Law School Admission Test (LSAT) taken within 5 years prior to the date of application submission.

The Scalia Law Credential Assembly Service Recipient Code is 5827.

The applicant has sole responsibility for meeting all of LSAC’s requirements. Failure to register properly, maintain registration throughout the admissions process, or provide transcripts and other related materials to LSAC can delay or prevent release of a report to a law school. Scalia Law is not responsible for incomplete or missing reports and will not contact applicants about incomplete or missing reports.

3. LSAT/GRE

All applicants must take either the LSAT or GRE. Applicants with both LSAT and GRE scores should submit LSAT scores only.

LSAT

To be considered for our priority deadline of March 1, an application must be complete by March 4. The latest LSAT accepted for our priority deadline is the February administration. For applicants who are applying under our regular deadline of April 30, the latest LSAT accepted is the April administration.

GRE

In order to have a complete application by our March 1 priority deadline, an applicant must take the GRE prior to February 5. For applicants who are applying under our regular deadline of April 30, the applicant must take the GRE prior to April 3. Applicants who take the GRE instead of the LSAT must have the Educational Testing Service (ETS) send Scalia Law the GRE score. The ETS school code for Scalia Law is 2737. All applicants who apply with the GRE must subscribe and utilize the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS).

4. Character and Fitness Verification

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.

An affirmative answer to any of the character and fitness questions on our application requires a detailed written explanation. All applicants have an ongoing duty to disclose matters that arise after completing this application, but prior to matriculation at Scalia Law, to the Admissions Office. Omissions or failure to accurately disclose matters requested on this application may result in denial or delay of bar licensure. An applicant should err on the side of full disclosure.

5. Personal Statement

The application requires submission of a personal statement not to exceed two pages, double-spaced. The thoughts and words of the personal statement must be uniquely those of the applicant. With the exception of basic proofreading, no other(s) may assist in the creation of the personal statement.

6. "Mason" Statement

The application requires submission of an additional statement not to exceed two pages, double-spaced, that discusses the applicant's particular interest in Scalia Law.

7. Resumé

The application requires a resumé. There is no page limit.

8. Letter of Recommendation

The application requires one letter of recommendation. Scalia Law requires that applicants use the CAS Letter of Recommendation Service and follow the CAS procedures.

9. Application for In-State Tuition Rates (if applicable)

Applicants who believe they qualify for in-state tuition rates must complete the Application for Virginia In-State Tuition Rates. To print, go to the Form section of the application. This form must be submitted with your application. See Section 23-7.4, Code of Virginia, and registrar.gmu.edu/domicile regarding eligibility.

10. Application for Flex-JD Public Interest Discount (if applicable)

Flex-JD applicants who believe they qualify for the Flex-JD Public Interest Discount must complete and include the Flex-JD Public Interest Discount Application. To print, go to the Form section of the application. This form must be submitted with your application.

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

Scalia Law requires that international transcripts be submitted through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service. If an applicant has completed any postsecondary work outside the US (including its territories) or Canada, the applicant must use the Credential Assembly Service for the evaluation of international transcripts. This service is included in the Credential Assembly Service registration fee. An International Credential Evaluation will be completed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), which will be incorporated into your Credential Assembly Service report. Questions about the Credential Assembly Service can be directed to LSAC at 215.968.1001 or LSACinfo@LSAC.org.

Note to all applicants: The one exception to required use of the Credential Assembly Service is completion of international work through a study-abroad, consortium, or exchange program sponsored by a US or Canadian institution, where the work is clearly indicated as such on the home campus transcript.

If seeking F-1 immigration status, the international applicant must submit an International Student Certificate of Financial Responsibility (www.law.gmu.edu/admissions/financialresponsibility.pdf). Immigration documents I-20 required for international students studying full time in the US will not be issued until the student has completed the form and returned it along with a copy of the identification page of the passport and supporting documents to:

George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School
Admissions Office
3301 Fairfax Drive, MSN 1G3
Arlington, VA 22201

It is strongly recommended that international applicants submit an application no later than February 1, in order to ensure the timely processing of immigration documentation.

Equal Opportunity Policy

George Mason University is committed to providing equal opportunity and an educational and work environment free from any discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, pregnancy status or genetic information. George Mason University shall adhere to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity/affirmative action statutes and regulations.

The University is dedicated to ensuring access, fairness and equity for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans (as covered by law) in its educational programs, related activities and employment. George Mason University shall thus maintain a continuing affirmative action program to identify and eliminate discriminatory practices in every phase of university operations.

This section is optional.

Students applying for the Flex-JD Public Interest Discount must attach their form here. The form must be submitted with your application.

This section is optional.

If you are applying under the Mason2Mason Program, please attach a copy of your ACT or SAT score report here. While PDFs of your score report are helpful aids to our Admissions Committee, you will still need to send an official score report to Scalia Law.

This section is optional.

If you are applying with a GRE score, please attach copies of your score reports here. While PDFs of your score reports are helpful aids to our Admissions Committee, you will still need to send official score reports directly to Scalia Law by ETS.

This section is optional.

If you are applying for Virginia in-state tuition privileges, please attach a completed copy of the Application for Virginia In-State Tuition Rates (https://www.law.gmu.edu/assets/files/admissions/instate_form.pdf?ver=3.0).The form must be submitted with your application. Please also include a copy of your Virginia driver's license. If we do not receive documentation, you will be classified as an out-of-state resident.

This section is optional.

If you are applying through the Early Decision Program, please attach a signed copy of the Early Decision Program Agreement Form (https://www.law.gmu.edu/assets/files/admissions/early_decision_form.pdf). The form must be submitted with your application.