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UConn Law seeks to admit students who will succeed academically and bring varied experiences and perspectives to the classroom. All eligible candidates are welcome to apply.

The application deadline for Fall 2027 admission is April 30, 2027. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

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LSAT Requirements

All applicants are required to take the LSAT. The Law School does not accept the GRE or JD Next, and LSAT waivers are not available.

LSAT scores are valid for five years. While the Admissions Committee will review all valid LSAT scores, they will consider your highest score when making a decision.

Please note that the last test administration that will be accepted for fall 2027 admission will be the June 2027 administration. If you plan to take the June LSAT, you must submit all other application materials by the regular deadline of April 30. For more details about the LSAT, we encourage you to visit the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) website.

Application Requirements

Our application deadline for Fall 2027 admission is April 30, 2027. Read more about our application requirements here.

Admissions Decisions

Admissions decisions are made by our faculty admissions committee through a holistic review of each application. Every component is carefully considered.

In selecting the entering class, the committee evaluates multiple factors, including LSAT scores, academic performance and rigor, academic honors and awards, writing ability, letters of recommendation (especially academic ones for recent graduates), work experience (including military or service programs), extracurricular involvement, and overall character and motivation.

Decisions are made on a rolling basis beginning in late fall. All decisions are final. Appeals are only considered if essential information, potentially critical to the admissions decision, was missing at the time of review.

As a public institution, we give special consideration to Connecticut residents. Residents of New England states without publicly supported law schools also receive some preference in admissions and tuition under the terms of the New England Higher Education Compact.

International Applicants

International applicants are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language or TOEFL. This requirement is waived if you have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree or higher from a university where the sole language of overall instruction is English. UConn Law requires minimum TOEFL scores of 100/250/600 (Internet/Computer/Written). All applicants, whether international or domestic, must take the LSAT.

Scholarship Consideration

All admitted students are considered for all available scholarship aid. No separate application is necessary. Scholarship award determinations are based on a variety of factors including LSAT score, academic record, and other discretionary factors.

All U.S. citizens and permanent residents who wish to determine their eligibility for federal student loans must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning October 1, 2026. UConn Law's priority FAFSA filing date is February 15th and our school code is 001417.

Qualifications for Admission to the Bar

Every jurisdiction in the United States requires lawyers to pass an examination and meet certain standards for character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The University of Connecticut complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action, including the provision of reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. UConn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to reproductive systems, gender identity or expression, or political beliefs in its programs and activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to our frequently asked questions here.

Deferral Policy

Students who are admitted to the University of Connecticut School of Law and wish to postpone their enrollment may request a one-year deferral. Deferral requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Deferrals extending beyond one year are granted only in exceptional circumstances, such as military service or serious illness, and require approval from the Assistant Dean of Admissions.

Terms and Conditions:

If approved, deferrals are conditioned on the following terms:

  • Approved deferrals are granted for one academic year.
  • If a deferral is approved, the student relinquishes their seat in the current entering class. Should plans change, the Law School cannot guarantee reinstatement or enrollment in the original entry term. Reinstatement to the class will be allowed as space permits.
  • Any scholarship award offered for the original entry term will be forfeited upon approval of a deferral. Deferred students will be considered for scholarship eligibility once reactivated in the next admissions cycle. Scholarship awards are not guaranteed and may differ from any previous offer.
  • Students granted a deferral agree to keep the Admissions Office informed of any new information that may be relevant to their application, including but not limited to:
    • Final academic transcripts
    • Character and Fitness disclosures or updates
    • Changes to contact information
  • Students granted a deferral will be required to reconfirm their intent to enroll via the Reactivation Form by December 1st.
  • Deferrals are non-binding, however the $500 seat deposit is non-refundable.

To Request a Deferral:

To be considered for a deferral, admitted students must:

  1. Submit the Deferral Request Form; and
  2. Submit the full, non-refundable $500 seat deposit by the deadline listed in your acceptance letter.

Deferral requests will not be fully processed until both of the above listed items have been received. Upon approval of the deferral request, the seat deposit will be transferred to the approved future enrollment term and credited to the student's account. Deferred applicants will be required to reconfirm their intent to enroll via a Reactivation Form by December 1st.