At the Syracuse University College of Law, your legal education extends far beyond the classroom.
You can truly have it all with an experience that integrates flexibility, practical learning, a vibrant community, and unparalleled support. The on-campus J.D. program at Syracuse Law equips you with the core knowledge, aptitude, and skills necessary to build your career as a profession-ready lawyer in a broad spectrum of fields. An innovative approach to legal education, an extensive alumni network, and a focus on collaboration provide the foundation for your life-time of success.
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Decision Process
The admission decision process at Syracuse is more complex than merely rank-ordering applicants based on a numerical formula.
The Admissions Committee analyzes undergraduate transcripts closely for significant progression in grades earned or unusually difficult coursework.
The LSAT Writing Sample is reviewed to assess the applicant’s skill level, writing ability, and preparedness to start learning to “write like a lawyer.” The committee also considers subjective factors, such as undergraduate institution attended, graduate study in another discipline, work experience, leadership ability, and community service.
The committee determines an applicant’s level of motivation by reviewing personal experiences indicating determination, patience, and perseverance. Past successes in addressing personal challenges, such as poverty or disability, are viewed as important indicators of motivation.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the J.D. degree program must have been awarded a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, completed three-fourths of the credits leading to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or apply through an approved 3+3 agreement after successfully completing three years of undergraduate study.
Admission to the J.D. program also requires an entrance exam. Syracuse Law accepts both the LSAT and the GRE.
All J.D. students are admitted to begin in the fall semester only.
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