J o h n F K e n n e d y U n i v e r s i t y

John F. Kennedy University School of Law offers four-yearday and evening programs leading to the Juris Doctor. Thelaw program is specifically designed for people who want tostudy law while maintaining family, work, or other outsideresponsibilities. The School of Law is accredited by theCommittee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California.The School of Law is committed to providing the highestquality legal education in an environment that encouragesmutual support rather than competition. Students receivea thorough grounding in both the theoretical and practicalskills necessary to become effective attorneys. The curriculumemphasizes analytical and advocacy skills, with a focus onlaw in its wider political, social, and economic contexts.The school believes that law can be a tool for social changeand encourages its students to examine and share theirexperiences to reach a more comprehensive understanding ofsocial justice.JFKU School of Law not only prepares individuals to successfullypractice law, but also to become leaders in theircommunities. To achieve this, the School of Law offers:• World-class faculty—a faculty of full-time professors andworking professionals with outstanding records as lawyersand judges, nationally and internationally, who bring themost up-to-date professional perspectives to the classroom.• Exceptional support—day and evening classes are availableto help students balance law school with other professionaland personal responsibilities and a faculty mentor isassigned to each student to assist with everything fromcourse preparation to career planning. A wide range ofacademic support services are offered including workshopsand teaching sessions to assist students in developing skillsessential to success on the Bar Exam and in legal practiceas well as in law school itself.• Practical experience—students have the opportunity togain real-world legal experience either in the new ElderLaw Clinic located on the Pleasant Hill campus or throughplacements in law offices, government agencies, andthe courts. These experiences teach practical legal skills,expose students to a valuable professional network, andprovide a chance to engage in valuable public interestwork.scores are requested by the School of Law from the LawSchool Admission Council. Transcripts and other documentsmay also be accepted through LSDAS. In rare cases, LSATscores and transcripts may be accepted after the deadline.Please contact the Admissions Coordinator for moreinformation.For information on admission, course offerings, degreerequirements, academic policies, and faculty backgroundsplease visit www.jfku.edu/law. Prospective students areinvited to visit the school, attend some of the classes, and talkwith students, faculty, and staff about careers in law.ACCREDITATIONJohn F. Kennedy University is accredited by the WesternAssociation of Schools and Colleges. The School of Law isaccredited by The Committee of Bar Examiners of the StateBar of California. This accreditation permits graduates fromJFKU School of Law to take the California Bar Examinationupon graduation.ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThere are two entering classes each year: August (fall) andJanuary (midyear). The application deadline for fall admissionis July 17. The deadline for midyear admission is December 1.Students begin the regular law program upon completion ofthe Introduction to Law course.Applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline totake advantage of a rolling admissions policy. As part of thecommitment to make law school a feasible reality, admissionsdecisions for qualified students are made on an ongoing basisto give students as much time as possible before starting theprogram.All applications must be on file by the deadlines in orderto ensure a timely admissions decision. This includes thecompleted application form with fee, personal statement,transcripts, and any other supporting documentation. LSATSCHOOL OF LAW 209