Although academic history and the LSAT score are very important 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 that indicate a potential for success in law school. Include any information such as extracurricular activities, career plans, leadership ability, or anything else that will help the Admissions Committee gain a clear and accurate picture of you as an individual. You can attach your personal statement below.

• For transfer students, include your reasons for transferring in your personal statement.

• For students who have been academically dismissed from a law school, you must have waited one year before applying. In your personal statement, explain the circumstances and what preparations you've made to succeed in law school.

• For students who started law school and did not earn credits, please explain the circumstances.

Western State's Principles of Community and Mission Statement cherishes diversity and celebrates differences as our most important resource. We invite you to discuss how your unique background, lived experience, or uncommon perspective would help you to make a distinctive contribution to our law school.

You are invited to submit a statement that describes in detail any notable life circumstances, challenges or adversities you have overcome.

If you have a decrease or increase in your LSAT score by five points or more, you may provide a written explanation if you wish.

If you would like to explain any inconsistencies, gaps or update any information about your undergraduate transcript, you may do so here.

Western State offers scholarships based on academic merit; LSAT scores and undergraduate records carry the most weight. All admitted students will automatically be considered. If you would like, please provide additional information about yourself and why you are specifically interested in attending Western State for the Scholarship Committee's consideration. (1 page max.)

Applicants are required to submit a current résumé, including extracurricular activities if applicable. You can attach your résumé here.

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.

1. Are there any criminal charges pending or expected to be brought against you?

2. 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?

3. Have you ever been placed on academic probation from any college or university for academic reasons?

4. Have you ever been academically or otherwise disqualified or suspended from any college or university for academic reasons?

5. Have you ever been subjected to disciplinary action for scholastic or other reasons from any college or university attended?

6. 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.