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University of Alberta

Faculty of Law, Room 480, Admissions Office
Edmonton, AB  T6G 2H5
Telephone: (780) 492-3067   Fax: (780) 492-4924
www.law.ualberta.ca | Email: admission@law.ualberta.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on a combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSATs written before December 2003 are not accepted.

  • Undergraduate degree or a minimum of three years towards a degree from an accredited institution
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • Supporting document deadline – February 1
  • Part-time study is limited to five percent of first-year spots
  • Multiple LSAT scores averaged
  • Supporting documents – two official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution
  • Application fee – $115 for new applicants
  • December of the previous year is the last LSAT writing acceptable for September admission
  • Other admission categories: Mature applicants, Aboriginal applicants, International applicants, Part-time study, and Visiting and Transferring applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Alberta’s law program: 2008-2009.

GPA 4.0 scale

LSAT Score from 120 - 180

120-149

150-153

154-156

157-159

160-162

163-165

166-180

Total

4.0

1

2

1

1

2

2

1

10

3.9

-

1

8

2

5

3

2

21

3.8

-

8

11

10

6

2

4

41

3.7

-

2

14

4

5

6

4

35

3.6

-

-

2

12

6

5

3

28

3.5

-

-

-

-

9

8

-

17

3.4

-

-

-

-

2

6

-

8

3.3

-

-

-

-

-

2

1

3

3.2

-

-

-

-

-

-

2

2

3.1

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

0

3.0

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

0
           2.9

-

-

-

-

-

-

1

1

Total

1

13

36

29

35

34

18

165

The above table was obtained from the University of Alberta

  • Average LSAT score – 160
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 1,200
  • Average GPA – 3.7
  • First-year enrollment – 175

Strengths and Special Programs

  • MBA/LLB
  • The International Ombudsman Institute
  • The Canadian Forum on Civil Justice
  • The Health Law Institute
  • The Alberta Law Reform Institute
  • The Centre for Constitutional Studies

Tuition and Expenses

  • Estimated full-time tuition and fees (eg. student society and activity fees) – $10,000 per year
  • Additional textbook and course material expenses – $1,250 (estimate)
  • Differential fee per term - $2,092
  • Scholarships, program prizes, awards, and bursaries are available

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University of British Columbia

Faculty of Law, 1822 East Mall
Vancouver, BC   V6T 1Z1
Telephone: (604) 822-6303   Fax: (604) 822-8108
www.law.ubc.ca | Email: admissions@law.ubc.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSATs written before October 2003 are not accepted.

  • Undergraduate degree or a minimum of three years towards a degree from an accredited institution
  • Application deadline – February 1
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • The LSAT and GPA are weighed equally
  • Supporting documents – two official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution
  • Application fee – $80
  • Other admission categories: Discretionary, First Nations, and Transfer and Advanced Standing

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The LSAT and GPA are weighed evenly; therefore, applications will be more competitive with a high LSAT and GPA score. Examples of applicants accepted into the University of British Columbia’s Law School include:

  • LSAT = 99th percentile, GPA = 68%
  • LSAT = 165, GPA = 78%
  • LSAT = 155, GPA = 86%
  • LSAT = 164, GPA = 82%

Applicants with high GPA scores and low LSAT scores or high LSAT scores and low GPA scores are still competitive applicants. However, having strong scores for both the GPA and LSAT will ensure an applicant’s acceptance into law school.

  • Average LSAT score – 164
  • Lowest GPA accepted with a LSAT score in the 99th percentile – 68%
  • Average GPA – 82%
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 1,798
  • First-year enrollment – 200

Strengths and Special Programs

  • MBA/LLB
  • Centre for Asian Legal Studies
  • First Nations Legal Studies Program
  • Exchanges in Canada, the United States, Asia, Europe, Australia, South Africa
  • LLB/MA in Asia-Pacific Studies
  • Program on Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Constitutional Law and Human Right
  • The Andrew Thompson Program in Natural Resources Law
  • Competitive Moot Program

Tuition and Expenses

  • Estimated full-time tuition and fees – $9,741.89 per year
  • Additional fees – $830
  • Additional text book, course material, accommodation, food, and transportation expenses – $12,500 (estimate)
  • Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid are available

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University of Calgary

Faculty of Law,
2500 University Dr., N.W. Calgary, AB  T2N 1N4
Telephone: (403) 220-4155   Fax: (403) 210-9662
www.law.ucalgary.ca | Email: law@ucalgary.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSATs written before December 2003 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of two years of post secondary study leading to a degree
  • Courses to be considered must be completed prior to December 31 in the year the application is made
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • Multiple LSAT scores averaged
  • No formal weighing of criteria. GPA, LSAT, maturity, communication skills, extra-curricular activities, work experience, and community involvement are all considered
  • Supporting documents – official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution, three letters of reference (at least two academic), and a statement of interest
  • Application fee – $100
  • LSAT must be written before November 1 in the year the application is made
  • Other admission categories: Transfer Students, Letter of Permission, and Aboriginal applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Calgary’s law program: 2007-2008.

GPA 4.0 scale

LSAT Scores in Percentiles

0 - 6

7 - 12

13 - 24

25 - 39

40 - 59

60 - 74

75 - 89

90 - 97

98 - 99

Total

3.75+

-

-

-

-

1

5

8

2

-

16

3.50 - 3.74

-

-

-

-

7

18

14

6

-

45

3.25 - 3.49

-

-

-

-

5

8

16

4

-

33

3.00 - 3.24

-

-

-

-

1

2

3

-

-

6

2.75 - 2.99

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

0

2.50 - 2.74

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

0

2.25 - 2.49

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

0

2.00 - 2.24

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

0

Below 2.00

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

0

Total

0

0

0

0

14

33

41

12

0

100

The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council

  • Average LSAT score – 70th percentile
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 930
  • Average age – 26
  • Average GPA – 3.5
  • First-year enrollment –100
  • Percentage of students who were accepted in 2006 without university degree – 1%

Strengths and Special Programs

  • MBA/LLB
  • Natural Resources
  • Energy and Environmental Law (NREEL)

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Dalhousie University

Dalhousie Law School, 6061 University Avenue
Halifax, NS  B3H 4H9
Telephone: (902) 494-2068   Fax: (902) 494-1316
www.dal.ca/law | Email: law.admissions@dal.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSATs written before June 1991 are not accepted.

  • Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
  • Applicants applying without a degree must have a minimum of three years post-secondary study leading to a degree after junior matriculation or two years of study towards a degree after senior matriculation
  • Application deadline – February 28 or November 30 for early consideration and scholarship consideration
  • Highest LSAT scores used
  • Supporting documents – official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution and two letters of reference
  • Interviews may be required
  • Application fee – $70
  • Rolling admission
  • Special status applicants, Mature applicants, Indigenous Blacks and Mi'kmaq applicants, and Native applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

  • Average LSAT score – 159
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 1,300
  • Average GPA – A - (81%)
  • First-year enrollment – 163

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Health Law and Policy Programme
  • Constitutional and Public Law
  • Law and Technology
  • Combined degrees – LLB/MBA; LLB/MP; LLB/MLIS; and LLB/MHSA
  • The Vrije Universiteit Amserdam Exchange Programme

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University of Manitoba

Faculty of Law, 303 Robson Hall, 224 Dysart Road
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
Telephone: (204) 474-9773   Fax: (204) 474-7580
www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/law | Email: um-law@cc.umanitoba.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSATs written before June 2003 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of two years of post-secondary study leading to a degree
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • LSAT and GPA are weighed 50/50
  • Application fee – $95
  • November and December LSAT tests will be considered for final evaluations
  • Supporting documents – official transcripts and completed application form
  • LSAT tests on or before October will be considered for an early offer
  • Other admission categories: Aboriginal applicants, Mature applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Manitoba’s law program: 2008-2009.

LSAT Scores from 120- 180

GPA 4.0 Scale

3.75+

3.50 - 3.74

3.25 - 3.49

1.00 - 3.24

Applied

Offers

Applied

Offers

Applied

Offers

Applied

Offers

120 - 144

5

-

2

-

2

-

5

-

145 - 149

15

-

13

-

5

-

10

-

150 - 154

79

17

37

-

22

-

8

-

155 - 159

133

88

81

11

43

-

23

-

160 - 164

67

67

56

43

31

13

10

-

165 - 169

18

18

10

10

8

8

2

-

170 - 180

3

3

4

4

1

1

1

-

Total

320

193

203

53

112

22

59

0

The above table was obtained from: http://www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/law/newsite/prospective_students.php.

  • Average LSAT score – 160
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 839
  • Average GPA – 3.90
  • First-year enrollment – 262

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Practical Focus
  • Clinical, Criminal, Family, Administrative Law, and Advocacy Programs
  • Experience available at Legal Aid Manitoba
  • Small Business Law Clinic
  • Legal History Project
  • Flexible half-time program
  • Legal Research Institute

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McGill University

Faculty of Law, Undergraduate Admissions Office
3644 Peel Street,  Room 418,  New Chancellor Day Hall
Montreal, QC   H3A 1W9
Telephone: (514) 398-6666   Fax: (514) 398-8453
www.mcgill.ca/law/| Email: undergradadmissions.law@mcgill.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

McGill University uses a holistic approach to accepting students into the law program. The LSAT is not required but will be considered if written. LSATs written before 1998 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of two years of post-secondary study or a diploma from DCS or CEGEP
  • Application deadline – November 30
  • Multiple LSAT scores are averaged
  • LSAT not required but must be disclosed if written
  • Applicants are expected to read text in both English and French
  • Supporting documents– personal statement, two letters of reference, two official transcripts, two recent passport-size photos, and a resume
  • Application fee – $100
  • November and December LSAT tests will be considered for final evaluations
  • Other admission categories: Mature applicants, Exchange students. Advanced standing, CEGEP, and Quebec French Baccalaureate

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for McGill University’s law program: 2007-2008.

Average
GPA

LSAT Percentile

0-39

40-59

60-74

75-99

A+

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

A

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

A-

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

B+

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

B

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

B-

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council.

  • Average LSAT score – 160
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 1,612
  • Average GPA – A (83%)
  • First-year enrollment – 262

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Integrated BC.L and LL.B with options of Advanced Undergraduate Studies such as: Minors Program, Majors Program and Honours Program, Legal Methodology Program
  • Institute of Air and Space Law
  • Institute of Comparative Law
  • Centre for Medicine
  • International Exchanges
  • Joint degree options: MBA/Law and Law MSW
  • Ethics and Law

Tuition and Expenses

  • Estimated full-time tuition and fees – $3,440 (Quebec students), $7,038 (Non-Quebec Canadian students), $16,364 (International students)
  • Additional text book and course material expenses – $1,000
  • Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available

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University of New Brunswick

Law Admissions Office, P.O. Box 44271
Fredericton, NB  E3B 6C2
Telephone: (506) 453-4693   Fax: (506) 458-7722
www.law.unb.ca | Email: lawadmit@unb.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSAT scores on a 120-180 scale are required.

  • A degree from a recognized Canadian university, a degree from an acceptable non-Canadian university, three years (or equivalent) full-time academic study at a recognized Canadian university, or experience, maturity, and outstanding qualities
  • Application deadline – March 1
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • Early application strongly recommended
  • Application fee – $50
  • Supporting documents – personal statement, resume, and academic transcripts
  • February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission
  • Rolling admission
  • Other admission categories: Discretionary and Aboriginal

Applicants are initially selected using an admission index, which is calculated using 40 percent of the applicant’s LSAT and 60 percent of the applicant’s GPA. The following table illustrates an applicant’s marks converted to their equivalent GPA.

University of New Brunswick’s Admissions Index

Letter Grade

A+

A

A-

B+

B

B-

C+

C

C-

D

F

Grade Point (4.3 scale)

4.3

4

3.7

3.3

3.0

2.7

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.0

0.0

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

  • Average LSAT score – 158
  • Total applicants in 2008/2009 – 891
  • Average GPA (4.3 scale)  – 3.8
  • First-year enrollment – 80

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Strong core curriculum
  • Centre for Property Studies
  • Joint LLB/MBA program
  • Admission with advanced standing to the LLB program for candidates who have completed a minimum of two years towards a common law degree from a non-Canadian law school

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University of Ottawa

Admissions Officer Geneviève Hogan-Rancourt, Room 237
Faculty of Law, Fateux Hall, 57 Louis Pasteur Street
Ottawa, ON  K1N 6N5
Telephone: (613) 562-5794   Fax: (613) 562-5124
www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca| Email: comlaw@uottawa.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2003 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of three years at a recognized university; a four-year degree is strongly preferred
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • Application for French program – February 1
  • LSAT not required for French program
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • Supporting documents – personal statement, resume, and academic transcripts
  • OLSAS application service fee – $175
  • University of Ottawa application fee – $75
  • Consideration given to applicants with extra-curricular activities, community work, unique linguistic or cultural factors, personal challenges, etc.
  • Rolling admission
  • Other admission categories: Special Circumstances applicants , Mature applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and Access applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the historical applicant profile for the University of Ottawa’s law program.

University of Ottawa Applicant Profile

Year

Total Spots Available

Total Applications

Admission Offers

Average GPA of Registrants

2001

140

1605

481

79%

2002

140

1855

454

80%

2003

140

2176

387

80%

2004

200

2733

686

81%

2005

200

3159

670

81%

2006

200

3456

617

83%

2007

200

3495

605

83%

The above table was obtained from http://www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca.

  • The school does not set a minimum LSAT score required of applicants. The weight given to the LSAT will vary according to the other elements in each applicant’s file
  • Average GPA –  83%
  • First-year enrollment – 200
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 3,495 for English program, 185 for French program

Strengths and Special Programs

  • LLB (in English or French) and LLB (in French)
  • Human Rights Research and Education Centre
  • Joint LLB programs – LLB/MBA, LLB/MA, and LLB/JD
  • Federal Tribunals Practice
  • Legal Drafting
  • Foreign Affairs and International Trade
  • Concentrations in Social Justice, Environmental Law, International Law, and Law and Technology

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Queen's University

Faculty of Law, Macdonald Hall, Room 200
128 Union Street , Kingston, ON K7L 3N6
Telephone: (613) 533-2220   Fax: (613) 533-6611
www.law.queensu.ca | Email: llb@post.queensu.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2001 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of three years at a recognized university; a four-year degree is strongly preferred
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • Multiple LSAT scores averaged for initial sorting of applications
  • Highest LSAT score used for admission decision
  • OLSAS application service fee – $175
  • Queen’s University application fee – $75
  • Supporting documents – autobiographical sketch, three reference letters, personal statement, and academic transcripts
  • Consideration is given to trends, exceptional grades, and explanatory material submitted
  • February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission
  • Rolling admissions
  • Other admission categories: Access applicants: mature, disadvantaged, and disabled and Aboriginal applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for Queen’s University law program: 2007-2008.

Average GPA

LSAT Percentile

75 - 84

85 - 90

91 - 99

A+ (90 - 100)

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

A (85 - 89)

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

A- (80 - 84)

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

B+ (78 - 79)

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

B + (76 - 77)

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council.

  • Average LSAT score – 161 or 82nd percentile
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 2,494
  • Age Range: 21 – 50 (Average age is 26)
  • Average GPA (cumulative undergraduate average) – 81%
  • First-year enrollment – 465 full-time, 8 part-time

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Clinical Correctional Law
  • Family Law
  • Participation in Legal Aid
  • Civil and Common Law joint degree program
  • International law certificate program
  • Joint LLB programs – MPA/LLB, MIR/LLB, JD/MBA and Common/Civil law
  • International Law Spring Program

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University of Saskatchewan

College of Law, 15 Campus Drive
Saskatoon , SK  S7N 5A6
Telephone: (306) 966-5869   Fax: (306) 966-5900
www.usask.ca/law | Email: law_admissions@usask.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSATs written before June 2005 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of two years of study (60 credits) at university or equivalent
  • Application deadline – February 1
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • LSAT score weighted 50 percent and GPA weighted 50 percent based on best two years
  • Supporting documents – official academic transcripts from all academic institutes attended and a personal statement
  • Application fee – $75, only payable by money order
  • Slight preference given to Saskatchewan residents and residents of provinces and territories that do not have a law school
  • February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission
  • Other admission categories: Special applicants and Aboriginal applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

  • Average LSAT score – 160
  • Total applicants in 2008/2009 – 1,010
  • Average GPA – 78%
  • First-year enrollment – 126

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Campus Legal Services Clinic
  • Native Law Centre
  • Chair on Human Rights
  • Exchange programs with American, European and Mexican law schools
  • Joint LLB programs – B.Comm./LLB

Tuition and Expenses

  • Estimated full-time tuition and fees – $7,480.79
  • Additional textbook and course material expenses – $2,200
  • Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
  • First-year applicants are automatically considered for most entrance scholarships upon acceptance

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University of Toronto

Faculty of Law, 78 Queen's Park
Toronto, ON M5S 2C5
Telephone: (416) 978-3716   Fax: (416) 978-7899
www.law.utoronto.ca | Email: law.admissions@utoronto.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2005 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of three full years of academic study towards a degree from a recognized university or equivalent
  • All courses must be completed no later than the end of May in the year of entry
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • Supporting documents – official academic transcripts and personal statement
  • OLSAS application service fee – $185
  • University of Toronto application fee – $75
  • February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission
  • Other admission categories: Mature applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and Half-time applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Toronto’s law program: 2008-2009.

Average GPA

LSAT Percentile

75 - 84

85 - 90

91 - 99

A+

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

A

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

A-

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible/Likely

B+

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Unlikely

The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council.

  • Median LSAT score – 167
  • Total applicants in 2008/2009 – 1,900
  • Almost all first-year applicants accepted have a four-year university degree
  • Median GPA – 3.8
  • First-year enrollment – 180
  • Approximately five applicants per year are accepted without a four-year university degree

Strengths and Special Programs

  • International Human Rights Clinic
  • Distinguished Visiting Professors Program
  • International Exchanges
  • Public Interest Advocacy
  • Centre for Innovation Law and Policy
  • Pro Bono Activities
  • Bridge Program
  • Work Abroad Programs
  • Legal Aid Clinic
  • Combined degree programs in Philosophy, Politics, Criminology, Economics, Environmental Studies, English, Information Studies, Social Work, and International Relations

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University of Victoria

Law Admissions Office, Faculty of Law
P.O. Box 2400,  STN CSC
Victoria, BC  V8W 3H7
Telephone: (250) 721-8151   Fax: (250) 721-6390
www.law.uvic.ca | Email: lawadmss@uvic.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). LSATs written before February 2004 are not accepted.

  • University degree or minimum three years of undergraduate study
  • Application deadline – February 1
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • GPA is weighted 70 percent and LSAT score is weighted 30 percent
  • Supporting documents – official academic transcripts and completed application form
  • Application fee – $75
  • February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission
  • Rolling admission
  • Other admission categories: Special Access applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and Law Co-op

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Victoria’s law program: 2007-2008.

Grades Admissions per LSAT Percentile Grouping
GPA Letter Grade Percent 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80-84 85-89 90-94 95-99 Total
4.00+ A 85-100 0 0 2 1 4 6 1 3 1 18
3.67-3.99 A- 80-84 0 0 0 3 10 9 11 9 7 49
3.33-3.66 B+ 75-79 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 6 7 15
3.00-3.32 B 70-74 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total     0 0 2 4 14 15 14 18 15 82

The above table was obtained from http://www.law.uvic.ca/Admissions/regular.php.

  • Average LSAT score –  87th percentile
  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 949
  • Average GPA –  3.84
  • First-year enrollment – 109

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Co-op Law Program
  • International Exchanges available in Australia, The Netherlands, Ireland, New Zealand, and South Africa

  • LLB/MAIG; LLB/MBA; LLB/MPA; LLB/BCL
  • Clinical Term Program

Tuition and Expenses

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The University of Western Ontario

Faculty of Law, The Josephine Spencer Niblett Building
London, ON N6A 3K7
Telephone: (519) 661-3347 Fax: (519) 661-2063
www.law.uwo.ca | Email: lawapp@uwo.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2004 are not accepted.

  • A minimum of three years of undergraduate studies; four-year honours degree preferred
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • All LSAT scores will be reviewed, but only the highest will be used for admissions purposes
  • Minimum LSAT score considered: 155
  • Minimum GPA considered: 3.0
  • Competitive average GPA for last two years of study: 3.7
  • Supporting documents – official academic transcripts and personal statement
  • OLSAS application service fee – $185
  • Western's application fee – $185
  • Employment history, extra-curricular activities, and references required
  • Rolling admission
  • Other admission categories: Access applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and Mature applications

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Western Ontario's first-year law program: 2008-2009

University of Western Ontario's Applicant Profile
Registered Applicants Average Age Average GPA Average LSAT
164 25 3.7 161

The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council.

  • Average LSAT score – 80th percentile
  • Total applicants in 2008/2009 – 2,300
  • Average GPA – 82%
  • First-year enrollment in 2008 – 165

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Areas of concentration in Business, Criminology, Information and Technology, and Taxation
  • Concurrent programs
  • Extended-time LLB program
  • Diplome de Francais Juridique
  • Exchanges with Laval University, Quebec, Schools in the U.S., Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, India, and Hong Kong
  • LLB/MBA

Tuition and Expenses

  • Estimated full-time tuition and fees – $13,200
  • Estimated additional expenses – $11,500
  • Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
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University of Windsor

Faculty of Law, 401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor , ON N9B 3P4
Telephone: (519) 253-3000 ext.2925   Fax: (519) 973-7064
www.uwindsor.ca/law | Email: ulaw@uwindsor.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. The oldest LSAT score accepted is six years.

  • A minimum of two years of undergraduate studies leading towards a degree for the LLB. program
  • A minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized university for the JD/LLB program
  • Application deadline – November 3
  • All LSAT scores are considered
  • Work experience, community involvement, personal accomplishments, career objectives, and personal considerations are also considered.
  • OLSAS application service fee – $185
  • University of Windsor application fee – $75
  • Rolling admission
  • February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission
  • Other admission categories: Advanced standing applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and Visiting Students applicants

The University of Windsor’s Applicant Evaluation:

  • OUAC/OLSAS application
  • University of Windsor personal profile
  • All official transcripts
  • Two letters of reference (one academic and one non-academic)
  • JD/LLB application form for applicants applying to this program

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

  • Total applicants in 2007/2008 – 1,913
  • First-year enrollment – 105 (JD/LLB)
  • The academic performance is based on awards and prizes, the content, and level of degree(s) or diploma(s) completed

Strengths and Special Programs

  • JD/LLB Program (Full-time, three years)
  • Half-time program (Part-time, six years)
  • Integrated MBA/LLB Program
  • Social Justice Fellowship Program
  • Internships in Conflict Resolution
  • Community Legal Aid (CLA)
  • Clinical Practice and Law program
  • Intellectual Property Law Institute (IPLI)
  • Advanced Business Law Seminar
  • Université du Québec à Montréal Student Exchange
  • Northwest Territories Clerkship program
  • University of Windsor Mediation Service

Tuition and Expenses

  • Estimated full-time tuition and fees – $10,708
  • JD/LLB students must also pay tuition to the University of Detroit Mercy Law School
  • Estimated textbook expenses – $2,000 per year
  • Estimated living expenses – $900 per month
  • Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
  • Emergency loans available


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York University

Osgoode Hall Law School, 4700 Keele Street
North York, ON  M3J 1P3
Telephone: (416) 736-5030   Fax: (416) 736-5736
www.osgoode.yorku.ca | Email: admissions@osgoode.yorku.ca

Regular Application and Admissions Criteria

The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and grade point average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. Only LSATs written during the last five years will be accepted.

  • A minimum of three years (60 credits) of undergraduate studies from a recognized university
  • Application deadline – November 1
  • Applications available in August
  • Highest LSAT score used
  • Supporting documents - official academic transcripts required and one academic reference recommended
  • OLSAS application service fee – $185
  • York University application fee – $75
  • Rolling admission
  • Other admission categories: Access applicants Aboriginal applicants, Mature applicants, and Special applicants

Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment

The following table summarizes the applicant profile for York University’s first-year law program: 2008-2009.

Average GPA

LSAT Percentile

75 - 84

85 - 90

91 - 99

A+

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

A

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

A-

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

Acceptance Likely

B+ (high)

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Likely

B + (low)

Acceptance Unlikely

Acceptance Possible

Acceptance Possible

The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council.

  • Average LSAT – 162
  • Total of regular applicants in 2008/2009 – 2,500
  • Majority of applicants possess a three- or four-year university degree
  • Average GPA – 3.57
  • First-year offers – 608
  • First-year enrollment for regular category – 295
  • Average student age – 24

Strengths and Special Programs

  • Largest Common Law School in Canada
  • Intensive Clinical Education Programs in Criminal Law, Immigration and Refugee Law, Poverty Law, First Nations Governments, Community and Legal Aid Services Program, Advanced Business Law Workshops, and other programs.
  • Centre for Public Law and Public Policy
  • Centre for Refugee Studies
  • Mooting and Osgoode Hall Law Journal
  • Combined degrees with NYU (JD/LLB)
  • Faculty of Environmental Studies (LLB/MES), Schulich School of Business (LLB/MBA), and Université de Montréal, Civil Law Program
  • Curricular Streams in Tax, International, and Litigation
  • Institute for Feminist Legal Studies
  • Active Student Government (Legal & Literary Society and Student Caucus) and many other clubs and organizations
  • International Exchanges

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