Attach a personal statement (limited to two or three pages, double-spaced) that addresses the following questions. This is your opportunity to tell us what you really want us to know and remember about you. Why do you want to study law? Why do you want to study at The University of Iowa College of Law? How would you contribute to our law school community and the legal profession? Describe any life experiences that illustrate your drive, determination, motivation, or leadership characteristics.

Please describe any experiences (including successes and/or challenges) that have shaped your educational journey and/or personal development.

Please address any concerns you may have in your application. If, for example, you do not believe that your academic credentials demonstrate your true capabilities, please explain why. Also, describe any gaps in your academic career and work experiences, or any extenuating circumstances in your profile of which the admissions committee should be made aware.

Provide a 1-2 page resume. Include employment, internships, academic and research experience, community and campus engagement, significant honors and awards, and a one-line list of other interests (e.g.: Interests: biking, reading mysteries, cooking Italian food...). Your resume should reflect your work and accomplishments after high school.

1. Have you ever (either as an adult or juvenile) been cited or arrested for, charged with, or convicted of any violation of the law? (You must disclose each instance, even if you were granted any type of pretrial diversion, even if filed charges were dismissed; even if such charges resulted in a deferred adjudication; even if you were acquitted of such charges; or even if such charges resulted in a conviction that was reversed, set aside, vacated, or expunged. You need not, however, disclose speeding or parking violations.)
2. Have you ever been disciplined in any way by any educational institution for any reason, whether academic or non-academic? This includes, but is not limited to, letters of reprimand, warning notices or findings of misconduct.