The following items are important parts of all applications to The University of Iowa College of Law. Please click on the links to learn more.

Important Dates
There are a number of critical dates during the application process.

Important Dates

Law School Data Assembly Service (LSDAS, LSAC)
The College of Law participates in the Law School Data Assembly Services (LSDAS) and requires its prospective students to register for this service through Law School Admissions Council (LSAC). LSAC exists to serve both the law schools and the candidates for admission. It takes approximately three weeks for LSDAS reports to arrive at the College after they have been requested by the College of Law.

LSDAS Web Site
LSAC Web Site

Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
All applicants must take the Law School Admisison Test (LSAT) administered by LSAC no later than February of the year for which they are applying. Please keep in mind that it takes roughly three to four weeks for the LSAC to issue test results and roughly another three to four weeks for the LSDAS report (with the LSAT test score) to arrive at the College of Law after it has been requested.

LSAT Web Site

Letters of Recommendation
The College of Law requires applicants to submit at least two letters of recommendation. Recommendations from professors or others who can comment on your critical thinking, writing skills, and potential for success in law school are particularly welcome. The college participates in the letter of recommendation service offered by the LSAC as part of the LSDAS subscription.

LSAC Letters of Recommendation Service

Transcripts
Applicants are responsible for submitting an official transcript from each college or university they have attended to LSAC for the LSDAS report. In addition, every applicant who accepts admission to the College of Law must file official transcripts showing conferral of a degree with the University's Office of Admissions.

LSDAS Web Site
LSAC Web Site

Personal Statement
The personal statement is encouraged for all applicants. The application form contains complete instructions regarding the personal statement. It asks that applicants write a personal statement (limited to two to three pages) that addresses the following topics:

• Why do you wish to study law?
• Why do you want to study at The University of Iowa?
• What has been your most significant accomplishment?
• How would you contribute to our law school community and the legal profession?
• Describe any life experiences that would indicate your drive, determination, motivation, and/or leadership characteristics.

English Requirements

Apply to Iowa
When you're ready, use the link below to see the various options for applying to UI College of Law.

Apply to Iowa

More Information About Applying
The link below takes you to a section of the site that provides basic information about the application process, legal education preparation, tests, etc.

Admissions Basics at Iowa