Applying to Law School

 

Most ABA-approved law schools rely on the Law School Admissions Council () to simplify the admissions process. This will require you to create an LSAC account and submit your  materials online through their  (CAS). As part of your CAS file, you will be required to include your Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) score, undergraduate transcript(s), and contact information for letters of recommendation. 

 

Melissa Charlie conducts some research for her paralegal studies class in the law library at CTC's law library. | UAF Photo by Todd Paris
Application Checklist

 
  • Begin preparing for the LSAT.

  • Register for the LSAT and CAS.

  • Have your official undergraduate (college-level) transcripts sent from the University's registrar's office to the LSAC.

  • Request letters of recommendation.

  • Begin researching potential law schools.

  • Take the LSAT. 

  • Apply to your schools of choice as directed by each individual school (most schools now prefer that you apply electronically through the LSAC). 

  • Submit a personal statement or essay as directed by each school.

  • Visit the  for more details.