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Where to Apply to Law School
Deciding how many and which schools to apply can be a daunting
process. Especially at a time when applications are on the rise
and competition is getting stiffer, it would be advisable to research
schools very thoroughly and to apply to a broad spectrum of institutions.
Instead of passively and quickly resorting to any published ranking,
it is advisable to conduct some sound self assessment and develop
a list of the top “however-many” schools according to...You,
based on criteria relevant to You. In developing your list of criteria,
you may want to focus on some of the following categories:
- Accreditation
- School prestige/reputation
- Selectivity
- Student Body
- Atmosphere
- Size
- Alumni base
- Location
- Law School Faculty
- Strong department in area of interest
- Academic and Support Programs
- Extracurricular Programs
- Facilities (library, classrooms, student housing)
- Cost
- Placement
There are a number of methods for gathering information about particular
schools. Beyond the obvious school catalogs and school specific websites,
you are encouraged to contact school admission and career services
professionals directly to collect the information you need to make
informed decisions. Efforts to connect with UM graduates attending
a particular law school—and graduates in general from that school—should
be made as well. When feasible, on-site visits to select schools can
be invaluable.
Look for opportunities to connect with law school recruiters nationwide
by attending one of the law schools forums. See
a schedule.
Mark your calendar for the annual University of Michigan Law Day,
sponsored by The Career Center. About one hundred law schools are
expected to participate. See the Career Center Calendar
of Events for details.
Below are some resources to help you in your school investigation.
Please note: All books listed below are available in The Career Center’s
Library. Our library is non-circulating and we are not prepared to
copy or send any portions of these resources.
Books:
- ABA-LSAC Official Guide to ABA Approved Law School
- MAPLA Law School Admission Profiles
- UM Graduates’ Law School Application and Matriculation
Statistics
- The NAPLA/SAPLA Book of Law Lists
- The Princeton Review's Best Law Schools
- Out and In: Information for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered
Law School Applicants
Internet Resources:
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