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Fowler School of Law
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»Admitted Students

Congratulations on your Admission to the Fowler School of Law! Here you'll find a national network of students, alumni and faculty–including three former United States Supreme Court clerks and a Nobel Prize winner. We're committed to preparing you to meet the challenges of tomorrow while honoring the traditions of professionalism and service.

Follow the list of next steps below to help you to complete the application process and join the Fowler School of Law.

Next Steps for Admitted Students


Step 1
Update your contact information to ensure you receive all communications in the coming months. Email lawadmit@chapman.edu with any updates.


Step 2
Submit your seat deposit online at StudentCenter.Chapman.edu.

You may also mail a check or money order payable to Chapman University (please include your LSAC number and full name in the memo line) to:

Fowler School of Law Admission
Chapman University
1 University Drive
Orange
CA 92866


Step 3
Provide Application and Duty to Disclose Updates if Necessary.

  • Applicants have a continuing duty to disclose any changes in application answers.
  • Offers of admission are based on the information available at the time of application and the law school expects applicants to provide complete and truthful information and to inform the Law Admission Office of any changes to applicant answers.
  • Failure to uphold this duty to disclose may result in a rescinded offer of admission, dismissal from the law school, revocation of the degree, or denial to practice law in the state in which the bar admission is sought.
  • Please contact the Law Admissions Office directly if you have any questions.


Step 4
Submit your official transcripts. 

  • The copy you supplied to LSAC is NOT an official transcript.
  • Transcripts must show the conferral date of your bachelor's degree.
  • Have transcripts sent directly to lawadmit@chapman.edu.
  • If your institution does not offer an option to send electronic transcripts, request to have them mailed to

    Fowler School of Law Admission
    Chapman University
    1 University Drive
    Orange
    CA 92866


Step 5
Complete your Federal Student Aid Application (FAFSA) (if Applicable)
The priority deadline is March 2.
Learn more about financial aid.

Step 6
Tour the Fowler School of Law campus
Connect with current law students or professors, and observe a first-year class.
Contact the Law Admission Office to schedule your visit.

 

Step 7
Explore housing options.
You will receive an invitation to join an admitted student Instagram group in your acceptance packet.
Learn more about off-campus housing.


Step 8
Register your vehicle in August for on-campus parking.



Step 9
Attend Orientation with your class – its mandatory.
Orientation for the class entering Fall 2024 is August 14-16, with the first day of classes on August 19.

If you have any questions, please contact us at lawadmit@chapman.edu. 

 

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