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JD Application Process

The First Step in Your Law Career Starts at GW Law

GW Law employs a comprehensive review process. Factors considered include undergraduate performance, school attended, and major; LSAT score(s); writing ability as demonstrated in the personal statement; extracurricular and professional experience as reflected in the resume; letters of recommendation; and any graduate work performed. There is no minimum GPA or LSAT score required. Consistent with the goal of providing an educationally stimulating and diverse environment, the Law School affirmatively seeks to enroll qualified members of all backgrounds.

Applicants must hold (or be in pursuit of) a bachelor's degree awarded by an accredited U.S. college or university or an equivalent degree from a recognized non-U.S. institution.

Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis beginning in October. An applicant will typically be notified of the admissions decision within two months of the time the application is deemed complete.

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2025-2026 Admission Timeline and Important Dates

DateDeadline Description
September 1, 2025First-year JD applications accepted for Fall 2026. 1L application fees have been waived.
November 15, 2025Transfer/visiting student deadline for Spring 2026.
February 1, 2026Early Decision application deadline for Fall 2026.
February 1, 2026Presidential Merit Scholarship application deadline for Fall 2026.
March 1, 2026Early action transfer application deadline for Fall 2026.
March 1, 2026First-year JD regular decision application deadline for Fall 2026.
May 1, 2026Visiting student application deadline for Summer 2026.
May 15, 2026Transfer student priority review application deadline for Fall 2026.
June 15, 2026Transfer student application deadline for Fall 2026.
June 15, 2026GW Junior Early Action application deadline for Fall 2027.
August 1, 2026Visiting student application deadline for Fall 2026.

 

Contact the Admissions Office (admissionsatlaw [dot] gwu [dot] edu (admissions[at]law[dot]gwu[dot]edu)) with any questions.