ADMISSIONS OFFICE

When making the important decision about where to attend law school, we encourage you to consider the University of South Carolina School of Law. The School of Law seeks to enroll qualified students who will enhance and embrace the school's rigorous educational environment and, as graduates, make positive societal contributions to South Carolina, the region, and the nation.

In making admissions decisions, the Admissions Committee employs a holistic approach, taking into account all information available about each candidate. No single factor is conclusive. While undergraduate GPA and the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) are emphasized, the committee's decision is also influenced by other factors including the applicant's personal statement, employment or other life experience, residency, letters of recommendation, and contribution to a diverse educational environment.

We enroll students from various educational backgrounds with diverse interest. Therefore, we provide a wide array of academic programming to meet the needs of our student body. We have academic programs ranging from Environmental Law to Clinical Legal Studies. In addition, educational opportunities provided through our Children’s Law Center and London Maymester supplement the curriculum offered by our JD Program. We offer nine Joint Degree programs. Plus, the School of Law is home to an award winning Pro Bono Program that serves as an excellent resource for law students and the community at large.

We invite you to explore our website, schedule a tour, sit-in on a class or meet an admissions representative at one of our recruit events scheduled throughout the year. If the Office of Admissions may be of any assistance, please feel free to give us a call or send us an email via our contact information to the right.

Thank you for your interest in the University of South Carolina School of Law.