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To apply to Fordham Law School as a candidate for the degree of Juris Doctor:

Step 1: Application

In order to expedite the application process, it is to your advantage to apply electronically via lsac.org. If necessary you can download a paper application here or request one via (lawadmissions@law.fordham.edu) and mail the completed application to our office, but be aware that by submitting a hard copy application  most likely cause a delay in the processing time.

Mailing Address:
Fordham University School of Law 
Office of Admissions 
33 West 60th Street, 9th floor 
New York, NY 10023

Step 2: Personal Statement

The personal statement should demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively and concisely. While you have the widest possible latitude in choosing the substance of your personal statements, experience shows that the most successful personal statements are those which develop a sense of the person, his or her values, aspirations, and concerns. A discussion of the unique contributions you would likely make to the student body, the legal profession, and ultimately the larger society, would also be well received.

We ask that your personal statement not exceed two pages, double or single spaced (doubled preferred). 

Note: Additional materials such as videotapes, audio tapes, term papers, theses, dissertations, articles, memoranda of law, legal briefs, etc. cannot be considered, and will not be returned to the applicant.

Step 3: Letters of Recommendation

While Fordham Law does not require Letters of Recommendation, we will happily accept up to three letters and add them to your application file. If you choose to submit letters, please do so through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS), that serves all member schools and is included as part of the LSDAS Registration subscription. Your letters will be photocopied and sent to us with your LSDAS Report.

Step 4: Application Fee

Enclose a check or money order in the amount of $70 (payable to Fordham Law School) for the non-refundable application fee. If you are applying electronically through LSAC, you will need to pay this fee with a major credit card.