York University Osgoode Hall Law School

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Contacts

Website: http://www.osgoode.yorku.ca/
Phone: 416-736-5712
Admissions e-mail: admissions@osgoode.yorku.ca

Program Information

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • Three year program
  • Combined programs available
  • Typical number of applicants: 2 500
  • Class size: 290

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Admission Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

  • Minimum three years of undergraduate study

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GPA

  • Minimum: None indicated, but the recommended grade is "A-"
  • Range of accepted scores 2009:
    • 3.70 or more: 38%
    • 3.50-3.69: 29%
    • 3.33-3.49: 22%
    • 3.33 or less: 11%
  • Calculated based on best two years of study

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LSAT

  • Minimum: None indicated, but the recommended percentile is 80%
  • Range of accepted percentiles 2009:
    • 90th percentile or greater: 32%
    • 80-89th percentile: 52%
    • 80th percentile or less: 16%
  • Must be written within the last five years
  • Must be written at the latest by February of the year applicant is applying to (February 2011)
  • Highest LSAT score is considered

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Application and Supporting Documents

  • Application submitted through OLSAS
  • Autobiographical sketch (similar to a CV)
  • Personal statement
    • All applicants must complete part A and B
  • Minimum two letters of reference
  • All post-secondary transcripts
  • Financial statement

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Interviews

  • The admissions committee may on occasion, by invitation, interview an applicant in order to assist in the selection process
  • Interviews should not be requested

Timeline for 2011 Admission

  • November 1, 2010 - Deadline to submit application through OLSAS

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Tuition

  • Tuition for 2010-2011 academic year: $18,481.92

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