Transfer Students

Based on availability, admission is offered to qualified candidates for transfer from other ABA-approved law schools. In general, candidates must have completed one academic year and be in good standing to be considered. A maximum of 43 semester hours of advanced standing credit will be awarded for course work completed at an ABA-approved law school, as determined by the Office of Academic Affairs following an offer of admission. Advanced standing will not be assigned for work completed with a grade below "C" or its equivalent, or for work completed in pre-admission programs, or for work not completed at an ABA-approved law school.

Application Deadlines:

  • Fall (August) admission—July 1
  • Spring (January) admission—November 15
  • Summer (May) admission—May 1

Application Requirements:

  • Completed application for J.D. admission with $65 application fee
  • Current CAS subscription
  • Official transcript of law school courses and grades sent directly from the law school
  • Letter of good academic standing sent directly from the law school
  • A personal statement outlining interest in pursuing law study and reasons for transfer
  • At least one, but not more than three, letters of recommendation in support of the application for transfer

For Admitted Students

Student Profiles

Alumni Profiles

Contact Information

Admissions
T: (212) 431-2888
toll-free (877) YES-NYLS [937-6957]
E: admissions@nyls.edu

Financial Aid
T: (212) 431-2828
E: financialaid@nyls.edu