Law School Application Process

Applying to the Blewett School of Law
No need to stress out about applying to law school — trust us. Walk through the application process and get the scoop on what you can expect.
Start at the beginning: the Law School Admissions Council
Step one: Check out the requirements
Step two: Start your application
September
1
2025
Application opens
The application to apply for fall semester 2026 will open on Sept. 1, 2025.
After Applying
4-6
weeks
Admission Decisions
Admission decisions are typically rendered 4-6 weeks after you submit your application.
July
15
2026
Application Closes
If you plan to attend in fall 2026, apply no later than July 15, 2026.
August
17
2026
Orientation
Law School orientation will begin Monday, Aug. 17, 2026.
August
24
2026
Classes Begin
Fall semester for law students will begin on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
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