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Spring Program

PROGRAM OPTIONS | SPRING 2013

  • Full time – Students take a full course of study to complete the J.D. degree in 6 academic semesters and graduate in three years.
  • Full time accelerated – Students starting in spring have the option of graduating in 2 ½ years by taking summer units and an additional class during the academic year.
  • Part time evening – Students attend year round to complete the program in four years, typically three nights a week during the academic year.

INTERESTED IN APPLYING?

Who is eligible to apply:

  1. Application submitted before December 1, 2012
  2. Completed undergraduate degree at an accredited four-year college
  3. LSAT score (no later than October LSAT)
  4. Personal statement and two letters of recommendation via LSAC; resume is optional but recommended

Requirements for admission are the same for full time, accelerated, or part time programs. Indicate the program you prefer on your application; you may change your option up until the time you register for classes. Students may also petition to switch to full time or part time status in subsequent academic years, subject to schedule availability.

Your Application:

Apply on LSAC starting August 20th. Admission is on a rolling basis and decisions are rendered as files are completed. Last day to apply is December 1st. There are very tight deadlines and processing delays due to holidays for the spring start. APPLY EARLY fall for admission and for financial aid to get timely decisions and plan ahead.

Tuition:

  • Full time: $19,600 per academic semester
  • Part time: $13,110 per academic semester + additional summer units (cost varies)
  • Full time accelerated: Same as full time + additional summer units (cost varies)

Financial Aid:

Apply for financial aid (FAFSA) as soon as your application is submitted to ensure eligibility and timely approval. Contact the financial aid office for additional planning assistance.

Scholarship consideration:

All admitted students will automatically be reviewed for merit awards, based on LSAT scores and undergraduate academic record. Scholarship awards will be made by mid-November.

Registration Deposit:

A nonrefundable $300 deposit is required as an initial commitment before registration. Payment of this deposit will hold a seat in the entering class and any scholarship offer that has been made. Registration will begin mid November.

ONCE ADMITTED…

Registration: Begins mid-November

Classes: First day of class and mandatory Orientation for new students begins Monday, January 7th

Financial Arrangements: Must be complete by January 4th

QUESTIONS?

Call the Admission Office at 714.459.1101 to speak to a helpful, friendly Admission Advisor.

WSUprograms.info

See WSUprograms.info for program duration, tuition, fees, other costs, median debt, federal salary data, alumni success, and other important info.

Prospective Students

RSVP required for all events!
Please send RSVP to wsursvp@wsulaw.edu with the name and date of the event in the subject line. More details will be emailed to you once your RSVP is received!

BE A LAW STUDENT FOR A DAY

Sit in on a class, take a tour with our friendly advisers, and have lunch with current Western State students!

Wednesday, January 30
Tuesday, February 26
Thursday, March 28
Wednesday, April 17

PREPARING FOR THE PRACTICE OF LAW

Where your academic preparation meets practical experience!

Western State College of Law
Saturday, February 23
from 9:00am - 2:00pm

Law is an exciting and challenging field—do you have what it takes to succeed in today’s legal market? Are you up to the rigorous academics of law school and the demands of a career in law?

Join us for this dynamic workshop to:

  • • Hear how our students acquire skills, hands-on experience, and make contacts to prepare for practice after law school
  • • Learn about exciting externship opportunities in various fields of law
  • • Hear from a panel of current law students and recent grads
  • • Meet and network with faculty members, current students and alumni

Lunch will be provided! An optional school tour will be given after lunch.

RSVP requiredby February 15, 2013 for this event. Please RSVP to 714.459.1101 or email wsursvp@wsulaw.edu.

WEBINARS

The Admissions Process | Thursday, February 28
Financial Aid Planning & Scholarships | Wednesday, March 13
Career Development: Western’s Programs | Thursday, April 25
Getting Ready for Law School | Wednesday, May 22
*All webinars take place from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM





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Recruitment Events

BE A LAW STUDENT FOR A DAY | SEPT. 27, 2012
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Sit in on a class, take a tour with our friendly advisers, and have lunch with current Western State students!
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BE A LAW STUDENT FOR A DAY | OCT. 11, 2012
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Sit in on a class, take a tour with our friendly advisers, and have lunch with current Western State students!
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LAW SCHOOL PREVIEW DAY
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Interested in law school? Come explore everything Western State has to offer at this exciting event.
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BE A LAW STUDENT FOR A DAY | NOV. 14, 2012
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Sit in on a class, take a tour with our friendly advisers, and have lunch with current Western State students!
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