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Deadlines

Rolling September 15–March 31

Application Requirements

To apply for admission, you must:Ìý

• Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or universityÌý
• Have taken theÌýÌýor GRE within the past five years; all GRE scores must be sent directly to 51²è¹Ý Law (code 4882)
• For applicants with both LSAT and GRE scores, the Admissions Committee will record and report the highest LSAT score in the review process
• Register withÌý

Our Admissions Committee takes into account many criteria, including:

• GPAs
• LSAT or GRE scores
• Application essays
• Work, leadership, and extracurricular experiences
• Interests, motivations, and aspirations

Required Materials

• Completed and signed application, submitted throughÌýÌý
• Nonrefundable application fee of $85.00
• Personal statement that demonstrates your interest in and capacity for the study of law—up to three pages, double-spaced with a minimum of one-inch margins and 10-point fontÌý
• Two letters of recommendation submitted through theÌýÌý
• Official transcripts from all higher education institutions attended, submitted through theÌý

Deadline

Rolling, September 1 to March 31

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International Transcripts

Submit international transcripts through theÌý.Ìý

Exceptions: You may submit foreign work completed with a study abroad, consortium, or exchange program sponsored by an American or Canadian higher education institution through the standard CAS.

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through theÌý.

Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of Boston College Law School to assure fair and equal treatment in the admissions process and not to discriminateÌýon the basis of a person'sÌýrace, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, gender identity & expression, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, genetic information or family medical history, military status,Ìýand to comply with state law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of a person's sexual orientation.ÌýRead more on our commitment to diversity, equity & Inclusion.

Early Decision

If Boston College Law School is your first choice, consider applying through our binding Early Decision program. Applicants who apply Early Decision will receive an expedited review, with special consideration that 51²è¹Ý Law is the applicant's first choice. More information regarding our Early Decision program can be found on our Early Decision webpage.

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