1. Understanding JD and LLM
The JD Degree- The Juris Doctor (JD) degree is required to practice law in the United States.
- A bachelor's degree is required for admission into a JD program.
- You should take the LSAT (Law School Admission Test).
- The JD program is generally a three-year.
The LLM Degree
- The Master of Laws (LLM) degree is considered an advanced law certification that has global credibility.
- LLM programs are desirable for international students who wish to gain global credentials and for JD graduates who desire advanced legal study.
- A first degree in law is required for admission into an LLM program.
- You do not need to take the LSAT.
- The LLM program is generally a one-year.
2. Register with LSAC
- LSAC is the abbreviation of Law School Admission Council.
- On this website, you can register for LSAT (Law School Admission Test) and apply for admission to law schools.
- The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is a standardized test administered four times each year.
- ex) June 2014; September 2014; December 2014; February 2015
- Click here to go to http://www.lsac.org/
3. LSAT Test
- Subjects - Reading Comprehension Questions, Analytical Reasoning Questions, and Logical Reasoning Questions
- Click here for more information
4. Personal Statement and Resume
- You will need to hand in Personal Statement and Resume when applying for admission.
- Click here for sample Personal Statement
- Click here for sample Resume
5. Additional Documents
- Many people say that it is better to submit optional documents when applying for admission.
- Additional Documents
- Diversity Statement - This statement should be answering the following question: How can you contribute to diversity of our student body?
- Addendum - Here, you can explain why you did not get good grades in college or good LSAT scores.
