The personal statement is an important part of your application. It is your opportunity to bring to the Admissions Committee's attention any important information that may not be apparent in your application that might affect the committee's decisions. This information will assist the committee in trying to admit a student body with diverse education and experiences. The statement be approximately 3 to 5 double-spaced typed pages. One letter of recommendation is required to complete an application.
Additional letters are optional.
Recommendations may also be submitted directly to the law school by the letter writer. In that case, the appraisal form should accompany the letter to the law school and have an original signature. An appraisal should be from a person in a position to make a critical and informed appraisal of your qualifications. If you are a recent graduate or are currently in school, it should be from an instructor who has personal knowledge of your academic work, preferably one who knew you in a seminar or small class. Applicants who have been out of school for a significant length of time may substitute a letter from an employer or business associate who has personal knowledge of your work performance.