prospective > admissions deadlines

The University of Oregon School of Law receives more than 2,050 applications for approximately 180 seats in the first-year class. A comprehensive, holistic evaluation of each file is made in consideration of academic performance, potential for success, future contribution to the legal profession and LSAT score.

September 1, 2007 - March 1, 2008: First-Year Applications Accepted
Applications must be postmarked by March 1. Late applications may be considered.

July 1, 2008: Fall Semester Transfer and Visiting Student Application Deadline
Applications must be postmarked by July 1. Late applications may be considered.

November 15, 2008: Spring Semester Transfer and Visiting Student Application Deadline
Applications must be postmarked by November 15. Late applications may be considered.

January 1 - March 1, 2008: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Applications Accepted
Be sure to designate the University of Oregon School of Law as the recipient of your FAFSA report.

January 15, 2008: Priority Deadline for International Applicants

February 1 - May 31, 2008: Decision Letter Mailing Begins
Some candidates are notified before February 1. Most candidates receive notice before the end of May.

March 1, 2008: Priority Deadline for First-Year J.D. Applicants

April 1 - June 1, 2008: Admitted Student Seat Deposits Due
Seat deposits secure placement in the first-year class. Deposit deadlines and enrollment policies are detailed in the letter of admission. Deposits are nonrefundable.