Juris Doctor in Law (Two Year)

University at Buffalo - SUNY

You are eligible to apply to our Advanced Standing Two-Year J.D. Program if you hold a first degree in law that qualifies you to practice law in your home country. This degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university and obtained by the date of your intended enrollment. The LSAT is not required.

Note

Students must have completed their law study primarily in the classroom with professors, not online.

Application Requirements

Transcripts

The Admissions Committee takes a broad view of law school performance. We evaluate your transcript based on courses taken, increasing level of difficulty and academic rigor of the course of study. While the academic reputation of the institution is considered, it is not weighed as heavily as the students academic performance. The Admissions Committee will accept addenda to your application that explain any anomalies in your academic performance. If you experienced an unexpected event that resulted in an inconsistent academic performance, consider providing a one-page explanation to the Admissions Committee. 

Letters of Recommendation

Letters of recommendation help to complete the academic profile of each applicant. We highly encourage applicants ask faculty members to write these letters. Recommendations should stress your ability to think and write critically, analyze large volumes of text, and address your level of responsibility in the classroom. The Admissions Committee highly values letters from faculty members, former employers or colleagues who know you well.  

Your Personal Statement

The Admissions Committee uses the personal statement to learn about each applicant. We are particularly interested in knowing what motivates you to pursue the Advanced Standing Two-Year J.D. We are also interested in learning about your life experiences, family background, academic experiences and academic accomplishments that make you especially qualified to pursue a degree at the School of Law. The personal statement should also demonstrate your ability to write well.

Résumé

All applicants are required to submit a résumé listing employment, extracurricular and/or public-service activities, honors, awards, and special interests related to your academic career to date.