Law and Psychology (JD/PhD)

Application Requirements and Deadlines

Program Information

Degrees Offered Full-Time/Part-Time
JD/PhD FT

Requirements

For details regarding the items below please review the Admissions Application Checklist.

  • Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
  • JD/PhD applicants must submit two applications:
  • Essay – A comprehensive statement no longer than 1,500 words that discusses your interests and professional goals in law and psychology, including your past research (if any) and your plans for future research.
  • Three letters of recommendation – Download the Letter of Recommendation Form (Word Doc.), complete Section I, and pass on to your evaluators. Evaluators should complete Section II and attach a letter of recommendation (printed on official letterhead). Both documents must be returned to you in a sealed envelope with the evaluator’s signature across the seal.
  • GRE – Official copies of GRE scores (psychology subject test recommended)
  • LSAT Scores and LSDAS Registration – All applicants are required to register with the Law School Data Assembly Service (LSDAS). The LSDAS will provide a report to the Earle Mack School of Law containing information important in the admission process. Visit the Law School Admission Council website for more information and to register. Among other things, this report will include your LSAT scores.
  • Faculty Preference Ranking Form – This form is submitted through a secure web-based application. Please complete the online Faculty Preference Ranking Form.
  • Curriculum Vitae/Résumé
  • Interview (if selected)

For international students or applicants who earned a degree outside of the US

  • Minimum TOEFL – 600/250 – iBT scores will be reviewed based on section scores and total scores
  • I-20 Application and supporting financial documents

Deadlines

Please view our academic calendar for term start dates.

  Fall Winter Spring Summer
U.S. Students Dec. 15 N/A N/A N/A
International Students Dec. 15 N/A N/A N/A

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