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Congratulations on deciding to pursue a J.D. at Santa Clara Law! Our Admissions and Financial Aid team is looking forward to guiding you through your law enrollment journey. A degree from Santa Clara Law will set a strong foundation for your future and give you the power to make a tremendous impact on the world. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about law school, the application process, and what makes Santa Clara special. 

Applications for Fall 2026 will open in September!

What do I need to apply? 

  1. A valid LSAT or GRE score, dated no more than 5 years from the date of your application submission.
  2. All undergraduate and graduate transcripts must be sent to Santa Clara Law via the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) report. Learn more at the official CAS site.
  3. A 1-3 page (12 point font, double-spaced) personal statement.
  4. An up-to-date resume
  5. Letters of Recommendation are optional; however, Santa Clara Law will accept up to 3. 

Dates and Deadlines for Fall 2026 Applications

We review applications and award scholarships on a rolling basis. Applications are recognized as "complete" and sent to our review committee once all required material is received, and there are no standardized test scores outstanding. To support the timely review of your application and to ensure the maximum consideration for scholarships, we recommend applying as early as possible. Important dates are included below:

  • Applications for Fall 2026 will open in September
  • Early Review Deadline: November 30
    • Completed applications submitted and received by November 30th will receive an admissions decision on or before January 15th.
  • Priority Deadline: February 15
    • Completed applications submitted and received by February 15th will receive full consideration for admission and merit-based scholarship awards.
    • To maximize your chances of being considered for admission to our Cohort Certificate Programs (the Public Interest J.D. program and the Tech Edge J.D. program), submit a completed application by February 15th.
  • Final LSAT score accepted: April 2026
    • We may consider June 2026 scores on a case-by-case basis. Contact the LawAdmissions@scu.edu to inquire. 

Application Status

After you have applied, log into our Application Status Page with your LSAC credentials to get the most up to date information about the status of your application.

Any Other Questions?

We are happy to answer any questions you have about the application process. You can reach our team by emailing LawAdmissions@scu.edu, calling (408) 554-5048, or by scheduling an advising appointment or campus visit.