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*The University does not set a cut-ff LSAT score.
  
*Must be taken no later than February
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*Must be taken no later than February (but recommended by December)
  
 
*If taken more than once, the highest LSAT score is taken into consideration  
 
*If taken more than once, the highest LSAT score is taken into consideration  
  
For more information, click [http://www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca/en/admissions/first-year-applications/general-applicants.html here]
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For more information, click [http://www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca/en/admissions/first-year-applications/general-applicants.html here] and [http://www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca/en/admissions/completing-your-application/writing-the-lsat.html here]
  
 
   
 
   

Revision as of 18:25, 1 July 2009


Law
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Contacts

Website: http://www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca

Phone: (613) 562-8500 ext. 3270

Admissions e-mail: comlaw@uOttawa.ca


Program Information

  • 3 years in length
  • There are 200 spots available each year
  • Academic performance is a critical factor in the selection process

Admission Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

  • Degree: Minimum 3 years of undergraduate study or have completed 90 credits (any discipline)
  • Required Courses: none

For more information, click Here


GPA

  • Average accepted GPA 2007: 3.7 (83%)
    • A successful applicant has an average GPA of A-

For more information, click Here


LSAT

  • The University does not set a cut-ff LSAT score.
  • Must be taken no later than February (but recommended by December)
  • If taken more than once, the highest LSAT score is taken into consideration

For more information, click here and here


Supporting Documents

  • All documents must be sent directly to OLSAS and not the university.
  • Personal statement - outline applicant's reasons for studying law at Ottawa U, interests, personal and professional achievements etc. (Written as if it were an interview)
  • Autobiography - include verifiers
  • Personal Information - date of birth etc.
  • 2 reference forms
  • Official transcripts

For more information, click [1]



Timeline

  • Early Aug: Online applications are available
  • Nov 3: Deadline for completed OLSAS application

For more information, click here


Tuition 2008-2009

  • Tuition - $10 707.55 + fees
  • Financial aid and scholarships are available.

For more information on tuition, click [ http://web1.uottawa.ca/uopr/regist/droits/fees.asp?UG=True&INT=False&Period=9&Year=2007 here]

For more information on financial aid, click here