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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 deadlines listed below*.

Fall 2025 Application Deadlines

Regular JD Applicants (Priority Deadline) April 1, 2025*
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

Summer 2025 Application Deadline

Visiting Applicants Only April 15, 2025

* 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.