Dates and Deadlines
You are ready to start you law school application. While we offer rolling admissions, there are some key dates you should keep in mind when submitting your application.
Application Deadlines
The Admissions Office accepts, reviews, and makes admissions decisions throughout the year. Priority is given to applications submitted before the priority deadline listed below. Acceptance may be more competitive for applicants whose materials are received closer to the application deadline.
Fall 2025 Application Deadlines
| Regular JD Applicants (Priority Deadline) | April 1, 2025 |
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| Regular JD Applicants (Final Deadline) | July 31, 2025 |
| Transfer and Visiting Applicants | July 15, 2025 |
Spring 2025 Application Deadline
| Transfer and Visiting Applicants Only | December 31, 2024 |
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Summer 2025 Application Deadline
| Visiting Applicants Only | April 15, 2025 |
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* Acceptance may be more competitive for applicants whose materials are received closer to the application deadline.
PLEASE NOTE: Admissions policies and procedures, deadlines, fees, courses, degree programs, and other matters described on this website can change without notice. The law school reserves the right to make changes to any matters cited on this website.
Admissions Office
The Admissions and Financial Aid teams at California Western School of Law are
committed to supporting prospective and current students through the process of applying
to law school, as well as applying for financial support. We have staff who have years
of experience in law school admissions.
Reach out today and see how we can help you.
619-615-1460
350 Cedar St.
San Diego, CA 92101