For the 1997-1998 entering class, The University of Iowa College of Law reported a median score of 159, which is within the top 20 th percentile. Sample tests are available from your pre-law advisor, in bookstores, the Law Library, and from Law Services. Two or three letters of reference will be required. Letters from faculty and employers should explain in detail that you have the skills to succeed in law. Start getting to know faculty now.
Most applications request a personal statement.
Committees read this essay to evaluate you as a unique person and to determine what makes you different from all other students with a 3.46 GPA, a 161 LSAT score and three good references. It is not too soon to begin formulating a clear statement of why you want to attend law school and to seek experiences in support of that statement. Law is a service profession. Volunteer experience in any setting will provide opportunities to learn the skills needed to help others and will be evidence of your sincere interest in a career in law. Once you've learned which skills will enable you to succeed in law, you can select courses.