Student Selection

The School of Law admits students selectively. More highly qualified applicants typically are admitted first. About 500-600 students will be enrolled each year with the option of January or August admission. Admission decisions may include attention to factors that enhance the educational experience of the entire student body.

The Committee on Admissions, which is composed of members of the faculty and administration, weighs all characteristics bearing upon the ability of an applicant to study law successfully. Undergraduate grades and majors, the difficulty of the undergraduate field of study, LSAT scores and letters of recommendation are important. The school also evaluates other criteria which are not susceptible to precise measurement, such as experience, accomplishments, graduate study and degrees, the LSAT "writing sample" and life experience that may provide meaningful insight into potential.