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About Our Course Proven and Effective Test-Taking Strategies Convenient Weekend Study Schedule The Law School Admission Test LSAT Exam Breakdown Limited Class Size Practice LSAT Exam Tests Instructors Law School Application Process 30-Hour Course Outline 48-Hour Course Outline Free Repeat Policy Personal LSAT Tutoring Available Our Commitment to You Our Upcoming 30-Hour LSAT Courses Our Upcoming 48-Hour LSAT Courses How to Register Registration Form Law School Profiles 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Dear Student: Thank you for enquiring about our LSAT test preparation courses. The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is unlike any test you have ever written. Through a standardized yet unconventional question format, the LSAT tests logical reasoning skills, analytical reasoning skills, and reading comprehension skills. The LSAT is administered four times a year, in February, June, October, and December. To register for the exam, please contact the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) by telephone at 215-968-1001 or online at www.lsac.org. Our intensive 30-hour courses and 48-hour courses are wellorganized, challenging sessions designed for students who wish to maximize their competitive position in relation to other students writing the LSAT. We focus on building the skills you need to master the LSAT. Our dynamic instructors give you a comprehensive understanding of each section of the LSAT, cover tactics specific to individual sections, and review strategies which apply to the test as a whole. If you want a competitive edge over other students writing the LSAT, consider Oxford Seminars. We maintain the highest standards for all our instructors and only select and train those instructors who have years of distinguished teaching experience and who have demonstrated outstanding achievement on the LSAT. We have successfully taught thousands of students. Our courses are held on university campuses across Canada. Our research department has compiled a summary profile of all law schools across Canada. In our continuing efforts to assist students with the entire law school application and admissions process, we have enclosed a copy of the useful profiles. A word of caution from our knowledgeable instructors about commercially available LSAT preparation materials: unfortunately, much of this material is poorly researched and does not reflect the current test. Our written materials are constantly updated and reflect the most recent changes in the LSAT.
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Please review the enclosed information and contact us if you have any further questions. To register for any upcoming course, call our office or complete and return the attached registration form. We look forward to hearing from you.
We offer the most effective, up-to-date LSAT courses available, regardless of cost, and back them with our commitment to ensuring your personal success on test day. Our well-designed course curriculum is dynamic, interactive, and taught by experienced instructors who provide continuity in the learning process as you advance from one skill set to the next. In order to expose you to the latest test format, questions from recent LSAT tests will be taken up in class. Our materials are constantly updated to reflect the most recent changes in the exam. Thus, you will be able to evaluate your own strengths and weaknesses (whether in the logical reasoning, analytical reasoning, or reading comprehension sections of the test) and focus on those areas and questions where you need the most practice. We stand firmly behind our total immersion approach to test preparation.
Now that I've taken the course, I cannot imagine trying to tackle the LSAT without it!
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The LSAT provides a standard measure of acquired reading and verbal reasoning skills that law schools use as a primary factor in assessing applicants. The test itself is comprised of numerous questions designed to assess a wide range of abilities involved in critical thinking, with an emphasis on the skills that are central to legal reasoning. These skills include: the reading and comprehension of complex text with accuracy and insight the organization and management of information and the ability to draw reasonable inferences from it the ability to think critically the analysis and evaluation of the reasoning and arguments of others
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The LSAT is scored on a scale of 120 - 180 points. To put the score scale in perspective, the University of Toronto, for example, is looking for a potential candidate to have a score of approximately 168. The University of Victoria would be in the 162 range whereas the University of Ottawa does not require a minimum LSAT score of their applicants. The weight given to the LSAT will vary according to the other elements in each applicants file. Be sure to read the Canadian Law School Profiles in this package for more information about all law schools across the country.
Course Registration, LSAT Course Overview, Formal Logic, Problem Solving, and Logical Reasoning Additional Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Effective Diagramming Techniques, Critical Reasoning, Writing Sample, and Essay Writing Reading Comprehension, Verbal Review, Law School Application Process, Exam Writing Strategies, General LSAT Review and Questions Full-Length Practice LSAT Exam Full-Length Practice LSAT Exam
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University of Alberta
Law Centre, Room 128 Edmonton, AB Telephone: (780) 492-5587 Website: http://www.law.ualberta.ca Admissions Office T6G 2H5 Fax: (780) 492-4924 Email: admission@law.ualberta.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on a combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). LSATs written before December 2006 are not accepted. Undergraduate degree or a minimum of three years towards a degree from an accredited institution Application deadline November 1 Supporting document deadline February 1 Part-time study requests deadline July 1 Part-time study is limited to five percent of first-year spots Multiple LSAT scores averaged Supporting documents two official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution Application fee $115 for new applicants December of the previous year is the last LSAT writing acceptable for September admission Other admission categories: mature applicants, Aboriginal applicants, international applicants, part-time study, and visiting and transferring applicants
Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Albertas law program: 2010-2011. GPA 4.0 LSAT Score from 120 - 180 scale 120-149 150-153 154-156 157-159 160-162 163-165 166-180 Total 4.0 4 2 1 1 8 3.9 7 5 2 7 3 4 28 3.8 10 4 2 3 5 24 3.7 3 16 9 5 1 34 3.6 9 9 4 5 27 3.5 5 12 5 3 25 3.4 4 2 4 10 3.3 5 7 12 3.2 1 2 3 Total 0 7 22 38 44 29 31 171 The above table was obtained from http://www.law.ualberta.ca/prospectivestudents/admissionsllb/applicationrequirements/applicantprofile.php Average LSAT score 161 Total applicants in 2009/2010 1,200 Strengths and Special Programs MBA/LLB The International Ombudsman Institute The Canadian Forum on Civil Justice Average GPA 3.7 First-year enrollment 175 The Health Law Institute The Alberta Law Reform Institute The Centre for Constitutional Studies Opportunity to complete exchange programs in Copenhagen, Denmark; Granada, Spain; and Madrid, Spain.
Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees (eg. student society and activity fees) $11,470.12 per year Additional textbook and course material expenses $1,250 (estimate) Differential fee per term - $2,000 Scholarships, program prizes, awards, and bursaries are available
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Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). LSATs written before October 2006 are not accepted. Undergraduate degree or a minimum of three years towards a degree from an accredited institution Application deadline February 1 Final official transcripts deadline June 30 Highest LSAT score used The LSAT and GPA are weighed equally Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The LSAT and GPA are weighed evenly; therefore, applications will be more competitive with a high LSAT and GPA score. Examples of applicants accepted into the University of British Columbias Law School include: LSAT = 99th percentile, GPA = 68% LSAT = 165, GPA = 78% LSAT = 155, GPA = 86% LSAT = 164, GPA = 82% Applicants with high GPA scores and low LSAT scores or high LSAT scores and low GPA scores are still competitive applicants. However, having strong scores for both the GPA and LSAT will ensure an applicants acceptance into law school. Average LSAT score 164 Lowest GPA accepted with a LSAT score in the 99th percentile 68% Strengths and Special Programs JD/LL.B Centre for Asian Legal Studies First Nations Legal Studies Program Exchanges in Canada, the United States, Asia, Europe, Australia, and South Africa JD/MA in Asia-Pacific Policy Studies Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $9,937 per year Additional fees $860 Additional textbook, course material, accommodation, food, and transportation expenses $12,500 (estimate) Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid are available Program on Alternative Dispute Resolution Constitutional Law and Human Rights The Andrew Thompson Program in Natural Resources Law Competitive Moot Program Average GPA 82% Total applicants in 2009/2010 2,000 First-year enrollment 180 Supporting documents personal statement, two official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution Application fee $80 Other admission categories: discretionary, first nations, and transfer and advanced standing
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University of Calgary
Faculty of Law Calgary, AB Telephone: (403) 220-4155 Website: www.law.ucalgary.ca 2500 University Dr. N.W. T2N 1N4 Fax: (403) 220-5110 Email: law@ucalgary.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). LSATs written before December 2006 are not accepted. A minimum of two years of post-secondary study leading to a degree Courses to be considered must be completed prior to December 31 in the year the application is made Application deadline November 1 Supporting documentation deadline February 1 Multiple LSAT scores averaged No formal weighing of criteria: GPA, LSAT, maturity, communication skills, extra-curricular activities, work experience, and community involvement are all considered. Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Calgarys law program: 2009/2010. GPA 4.0 scale LSAT Scores in Percentiles
75 - 89 8 19 20 3 50 90 - 97 2 6 4 12 98 - 99 0
Supporting documents official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution, three letters of reference (at least two academic), and a statement of interest Application fee $100 LSAT must be written before November 1 in the year the application is made Other admission categories: transfer students, letter of permission, and Aboriginal applicants
0 - 6 7 - 12 13 - 24 25 - 39 40 - 59 60 - 74 3.75+ 1 5 3.50 - 3.74 7 18 3.25 - 3.49 5 9 3.00 - 3.24 1 2 2.75 - 2.99 2.50 - 2.74 2.25 - 2.49 2.00 - 2.24 Below 2.00 Total 0 0 0 0 14 34 The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council.
Total 16 50 38 6 0 0 0 0 0 110
Average LSAT score 158 Average LSAT percentile 75th Total applicants in 2009/2010 1,180 Average age 26 Strengths and Special Programs MBA/LL.B Tuition and Expenses
Average GPA 3.54 First-year enrollment 110 Percentage of students who were accepted in 2008 without university degree 2% Natural Resources Energy and Environmental Law (NREEL)
Estimated full-time tuition and general fees $12,970 Additional textbook and course materials expenses $1,800 Minority scholarships and financial aid available
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Dalhousie University
Schulich School of Law Halifax, NS Telephone: (902) 494-3495 Website: http://law.dal.ca 6061 University Avenue B3H 4H9 Fax: (902) 494-1316 Email: law.admissions@dal.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). LSATs written prior to June 1991 will not be considered. Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution Applicants applying without a degree must have a minimum of three years post-secondary study leading to a degree after junior matriculation or two years of study towards a degree after senior matriculation Application deadline February 28 or November 30 for early consideration and scholarship consideration Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment Average LSAT score 159 Total applicants in 2009/2010 1,300 Strengths and Special Programs Marine and Environmental Law Business Law and Legal Aid clinical experience Exchanges to Quebec, Singapore, US, Australia, and Europe Indigenous Blacks and Mi'kmaq (IB&M) Initiative Health Law and Policy Programme Health Law exchange programme with Loyola University in Chicago Constitutional and Public Law Law and Technology Institute Combined degrees LLB/MBA; LLB/MP; LLB/MLIS; and LLB/MHSA The Vrije University Amsterdam Exchange Programme Average GPA A- (81%) First-year enrollment 163 Highest LSAT scores used Supporting documents official transcripts sealed and signed by educational institution and two letters of reference Interviews may be required Application fee $70 Rolling admission Other admission categories: special status applicants, Mature applicants, Indigenous Blacks and Mi'kmaq applicants, and native applicants
Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $12,515 Additional textbook and course materials expenses - $1,000 Extensive need-based and merit scholarships available Financial aid available
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University of Manitoba
Faculty of Law, 303 Robson Hall Winnipeg, MB Telephone: (204) 474-9773 Website: http://law.robsonhall.ca/
224 Dysart Road R3T 2N2 Fax: (204) 474-7580 Email: um-law@cc.umanitoba.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the (GPA). LSATs written before June 2006 are not accepted. A minimum of two years of post-secondary study leading to a degree Application deadline November 1 Highest LSAT score used LSAT and GPA are weighed 50/50 Application fee $95 November and December LSAT tests will be considered for final evaluations Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Manitobas law program for the 2010/ 2011 school year. GPA 4.0 Scale LSAT Scores from 3.75+ 3.50 - 3.74 3.25 - 3.49 1.00 - 3.24 120 - 180 Applied Offers Applied Offers Applied Offers Applied Offers 120 - 144 1 0 3 0 1 0 6 0 145 - 149 26 0 11 0 16 0 8 0 150 - 154 74 2 46 0 16 0 29 0 155 - 159 124 70 66 1 43 1 13 0 160 - 164 85 85 66 49 24 5 13 0 165 - 169 17 17 22 22 15 15 5 1 170 - 180 7 7 4 4 1 1 2 2 Total 334 181 218 76 116 22 76 3 The above table was obtained from http://law.robsonhall.ca/llb/admission-to-first-year/index-score-regular-category/lsatstatistics-table Average LSAT score 160 Total applicants in 2009/2010 744 Strengths and Special Programs Practical Focus Clinical, Criminal, Family, Administrative Law, and Advocacy Programs Experience Available at Legal Aid Manitoba Tuition and Expenses Estimated cost for 2010/2011 full-time tuition fees $8,619.18 Compulsory fees (including healthcare insurance) - $860.11 Additional textbook and course material expenses $3,000 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available Small Business Law Clinic Legal History Project Flexible Half-Time program Legal Research Institute Average GPA 3.90 First-year enrollment 106 combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average Supporting documents official transcripts and completed application form LSAT tests on or before October will be considered for an early offer Other admission categories: Aboriginal applicants, mature applicants
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McGill University
Faculty of Law 3644 Peel St., Room 418 Montreal, QC Telephone: (514) 398-6602 Website: www.law.mcgill.ca
Undergraduate Admissions Office New Chancellor Day Hall H3A 1W9 Fax: (514) 398-8453 Email: undergradadmissions.law@mcgill.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria McGill University uses a holistic approach to accepting students into the law program. The LSAT is not required but will be considered if written. LSATs written before 1998 are not accepted. A minimum of two years of university studies, or a diploma of collegial studies DCS from CEGEP Application deadline November 30 Multiple LSAT scores are averaged LSAT not required but must be disclosed if written Applicants are expected to read text in both English and French Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for McGill Universitys law program: 2009/2010. LSAT Percentile 0-39 40-59 60-74 A+ Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible A Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible AAcceptance Unlikely Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible B+ Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Possible B Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Unlikely BAcceptance Unlikely Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Unlikely The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council. Average GPA Median LSAT score 163 Total applicants in 2009/2010 1,612 Strengths and Special Programs Integrated BCL. and LLB with options of Advanced Undergraduate Studies such as Minors Program, Majors Program, Honours Program, and Legal Methodology Program Institute of Air and Space Law Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $3,748.86 (Quebec students), $7,348.56 (Non-Quebec Canadian students), $23,785.56 (International students) Additional textbook and course material expenses $1,000 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available Institute of Comparative Law Centre for Medicine International Exchanges Joint degree options: MBA/Law and Law MSW Ethics and Law Supporting documents personal statement, two letters of reference, two official transcripts, two recent passport-size photos, and a resume Application fee $100 November and December LSAT tests will be considered for final evaluations Other admission categories: mature applicants, exchange students, advanced standing, CEGEP, and Quebec French Baccalaureate
75-99 Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely Acceptance Possible Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Unlikely
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P.O. Box 44271 E3B 6C2 Fax: (506) 458-7722 Email: lawadmit@unb.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). LSAT scores on a 120-180 scale are required. A degree from a recognized Canadian university, a degree from an acceptable non-Canadian university, three years (or equivalent) full-time academic study at a recognized Canadian university, or experience, maturity, and outstanding qualities Application deadline March 1 Highest LSAT score used Early application strongly recommended Application fee $50 Supporting documents personal statement, resume, and academic transcripts The December 2010 LSAT score will be the last accepted for September admission Rolling admission Other admission categories: discretionary and Aboriginal
Applicants are initially selected using an admission index, which is calculated using 40 percent of the applicants LSAT and 60 percent of the applicants GPA. The following table illustrates an applicants marks converted to their equivalent GPA. University of New Brunswicks Admissions Index A+ A A- B+ B BC+ C CD Letter Grade 4.3 4.0 3.7 3.3 3.0 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.5 1.0 Grade Point (4.3 scale) The above table was obtained from http://www.unb.ca/fredericton/law/_resources/pdfs/admissionsguide.pdf Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment Average LSAT score 159 Total applicants in 2009/2010 950 Strengths and Special Programs Strong core curriculum Centre for Property Studies Joint LLB/MBA program Admission with advanced standing to the LLB program for candidates who have completed a minimum of two years towards a common law degree from a non-Canadian law school Average GPA (4.3 scale) 3.8 First-year enrollment 82 F 0.0
Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $9,032 Additional textbook and course material expenses $2,000
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University of Ottawa
Admissions Officer, Genevive Hogan-Rancourt Faculty of Law, Fauteux Hall Ottawa, ON Telephone: (613) 562-5794 Website: www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca Room 237 57 Louis Pasteur Street K1N 6N5 Fax: (613) 562-5124 Email: comlaw@uottawa.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2005 are not accepted. A minimum of three years at a recognized university; a four-year degree is strongly preferred Application deadline November 1 Deadline for French program February 1 LSAT not required for French program Highest LSAT score used Supporting documents personal statement, resume, and academic transcripts OLSAS application service fee $175 Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the historical applicant profile for the University of Ottawas law program. University of Ottawa Applicant Profile Year Total Spots Available Total Applications Admission Offers Average GPA of Registrants 81% 81% 83% 83% 83% 83% University of Ottawa application fee $75 Consideration given to applicants with extra-curricular activities, community work, unique linguistic or cultural factors, personal challenges, etc. Rolling admission Other admission categories: special circumstances applicants, mature applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and access applicants
2004 200 2733 686 2005 200 3159 670 2006 200 3456 617 2007 200 3495 605 2008 230 3598 605 2009 220 3469 721 The above table was obtained from http://www.commonlaw.uottawa.ca. The school does not set a minimum LSAT score required of applicants. The weight given to the LSAT will vary according to the other elements in each applicants file Strengths and Special Programs LLB (in English or French) and LLB (in French) Human Rights Research and Education Centre Joint LLB programs LLB/MBA, LLB/MA, and LLB/JD
Average GPA 83% First-year enrollment 200 in English program, 60 in French program Total applicants in 2009/2010 3,495 for English program, 185 for French program Federal Tribunals Practice Legal Drafting Foreign Affairs and International Trade Concentrations in Social Justice, Environmental Law, International Law, and Law and Technology
Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $13,391.33 Additional textbook and course material expenses $1,100 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
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Queen's University
Faculty of Law Macdonald Hall, Kingston, ON Telephone: (613) 533-6000 ext 71683 Website: http://law.queensu.ca Room 200 128 Union St. K7L 3N6 Fax: (613) 533-6611 Email LLB@post.queensu.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2006 are not accepted. A minimum of three years at a recognized university; a four-year degree is strongly preferred Application deadline November 1 Multiple LSAT scores averaged for initial sorting of applications Highest LSAT score used for admission decision OLSAS application service fee $175 Queens University application fee $75 Supporting documents autobiographical sketch, three reference letters, personal statement, and academic transcripts Consideration is given to trends, exceptional grades, and explanatory material submitted February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission Rolling admissions Other admission categories: access applicants: mature, disadvantaged, disabled, and Aboriginal applicants
Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for Queens University law program: 2009/2010. LSAT Percentile Average GPA 75 - 84 85 - 90 91 - 99 A+ (90 - 100) Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely A (85 - 89) Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely A- (80 - 84) Acceptance Possible Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely B+ (78 - 79) Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible Acceptance Likely B + (76 - 77) Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council. Average LSAT score 161 or 84th percentile Total applicants in 2009/2010 2,494 Average age 23 Strengths and Special Programs Clinical Correctional Law Family Law Participation in Legal Aid International Law Spring Program Exchange programs in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and in the Middle East Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $14,225 Additional textbook expenses $1,830 Ancillary fees - $1,080 International law certificate program Combined J.D programs J.D/Master of Business Administration, Master of Arts (Economics)/J.D, Master of Industrial Relations/J.D, Master of Public Administration/J.D, Common/Civil law joint degree program Average GPA (cumulative undergraduate average) 81% First-year class size 164
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University of Saskatchewan
College of Law Saskatoon, SK Telephone: (306) 966-5874 Website: www.usask.ca/law 15 Campus Drive S7N 5A6 Fax: (306) 966-5900 Email: doreen.petrow@usask.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). LSATs written before June 2007 are not accepted. A minimum of two years of study (60 credits) at university or equivalent Applications are accepted beginning October 15 Application deadline February 1 Highest LSAT score used LSAT score weighted 50 percent and GPA weighted 50 percent based on best two years Supporting documents official academic transcripts from all academic institutes attended and a personal statement Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment Average LSAT score 160 Total applicants in 2009/2010 1,020 Strengths and Special Programs Campus Legal Services Clinic Native Law Centre Chair on Human Rights Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $8,070 Additional textbook and course material expenses $1,600 Mandatory student fees - $696.82 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available First-year applicants are automatically considered for most entrance scholarships upon acceptance Exchange programs with American, European and Mexican law schools Joint LLB programs B.Comm./LL.B Application fee $125, only payable by money order Slight preference given to Saskatchewan residents and residents of provinces and territories that do not have a law school February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission Other admission categories: special applicants and Aboriginal applicants
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University of Toronto
Faculty of Law Toronto, ON Telephone: (416) 978-0210 Website: http://www.law.utoronto.ca 84 Queen's Park M5S 2C5 Fax: (416) 978-7899 Email: law.admissions@utoronto.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2006 are not accepted. A minimum of three full years of academic study towards a degree from a recognized university or equivalent All courses must be completed no later than the end of May in the year of entry Application deadline November 1 Highest LSAT score used Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Torontos law program: 2009/2010. LSAT Percentile Average GPA 75 - 84 85 - 90 91 - 99 A+ Acceptance Possible Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely A Acceptance Possible Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely AAcceptance Unlikely Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible/Likely Acceptance Unlikely Supporting documents official academic transcripts and personal statement OLSAS application service fee $185 University of Toronto application fee $75 February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission Other admission categories: mature applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and half-time applicants
B+ Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Unlikely The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council. Median LSAT score 168 Total applicants in 2009/2010 2,200 Almost all first-year applicants accepted have a four-year university degree Strengths and Special Programs International Human Rights Clinic Distinguished Visiting Professors Program International Exchanges Public Interest Advocacy Centre for Innovation Law and Policy Pro Bono Activities Bridge Program Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees (first year) $23,508 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
Median GPA 3.85 (85.9%) First-year enrollment 194 Approximately five applicants per year are accepted without a four-year university degree
Work Abroad Programs Legal Aid Clinic Combined degree programs in Philosophy, Politics, Criminology, Economics, Environmental Studies, English, Information Studies, Social Work, and International Relations
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University of Victoria
Law Admissions Office P.O. Box 2400, Victoria, BC Telephone: (250) 721-8151 Website: www.law.uvic.ca
Faculty of Law STN CSC V8W 3H7 Fax: (250) 721-6390 Email: lawadmss@uvic.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). LSATs written before February 2006 are not accepted. University degree or minimum three years of undergraduate study Application deadline February 1 Highest LSAT score used GPA is weighted 70 percent and LSAT score is weighted 30 percent Supporting documents official academic transcripts and completed application form Application fee $75 February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission Rolling admission Other admission categories: special access applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and law co-op
Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Victorias law program: 2007-2008. Grades Admissions per LSAT Percentile Grouping
GPA Grade Percentage 5559 6064 6569 7074 7579 8084 8589 9094 9599 Total
4.00+ A 85-100 0 0 2 1 4 6 3.67-3.99 A80-84 0 0 0 3 10 9 3.33-3.66 B+ 75-79 0 0 0 0 0 0 3.00-3.32 B 70-74 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total 0 0 2 4 14 15 The above table was obtained from http://www.law.uvic.ca/Admissions/regular.php. Average LSAT score 88th percentile Total applicants in 2007/2008 949 Strengths and Special Programs Co-op Law Program International Exchanges available in Australia, The Netherlands, Ireland, New Zealand, and South Africa Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $9,350.30 Additional textbook and course material expenses $1,500 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
1 11 2 0 14
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Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. LSATs written before June 2004 are not accepted. A minimum of three years of undergraduate studies; four-year honours degree preferred Application deadline November 1 All LSAT scores will be reviewed, but only the highest will be used for admissions purposes Minimum LSAT score considered: 155 Minimum GPA considered: 3.0 Competitive average GPA for last two years of study: 3.7 Supporting documents official academic transcripts and personal statement OLSAS application service fee $185 Westerns application fee $75 Employment history, extra-curricular activities, and references required Rolling admission Other admission categories: access applicants Aboriginal applicants, Canadian Forces Access, and mature applicants
Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment The following table summarizes the applicant profile for the University of Western Ontarios first-year law program: 2009/2010. University of Western Ontario's Applicant Profile Registered Applicants Average Age Average GPA Average LSAT 161
164 25 3.7 The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council. Average LSAT score 161, 82nd percentile Total applicants in 2009/2010 2,500 Strengths and Special Programs Areas of concentration in Business, Intellectual Property, Criminology, Information and Technology, and Taxation Concurrent programs Extended-time LLB program International Law Internship Program Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees (Year 1) $15,379.80 Estimated additional expenses $11,500 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
Sport Solution, assistance to amateur athletes Diplme de Franais Juridique Exchanges with Laval University, Quebec, Schools in the U.S., Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, India, and Hong Kong LLB/MBA
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University of Windsor
Faculty of Law Windsor, ON Telephone: (519) 253-3000 ext.2925 Website: www.uwindsor.ca/law
401 Sunset Ave. N9B 3P4 Fax: (519) 973-7064 Email: uwlaw@uwindsor.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). The J.D./LL.B. program requires a student to successfully complete 60 credit hours of course work at the University of Detroit Mercy and 44 credit hours of course work at the University of Windsor. The oldest LSAT score accepted is six years. A minimum of two years of undergraduate studies leading towards a degree for the LLB. program A minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized university for the JD/LLB program Application deadline (LL.B) November 1 Application deadline (J.D./LL.B) - April 15 All LSAT scores are considered Work experience, community involvement, personal accomplishments, career objectives, and personal considerations are also considered. The University of Windsors Applicant Evaluation: OUAC/OLSAS application University of Windsor personal profile All official transcripts Two letters of reference (one academic and one non-academic) J.D./LL.B application form for applicants applying to this program Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment Total applicants in 2009/2010 2,500 (LL.B + J.D./LL.B) First-year enrollment 210 (LL.B + J.D./LL.B) Strengths and Special Programs JD/LLB Program (Full-time, 3 years) Half-time program (Part-time, 6 years) Integrated MBA/LLB Program Social Justice Fellowship Program Internships in Conflict Resolution Community Legal Aid (CLA) Clinical Practice and Law program Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $6,825.98 JD/LLB students must also pay tuition to the University of Detroit Mercy Law School Estimated textbook expenses $2,000 per year Estimated living expenses $900 per month Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available Emergency loans available Intellectual Property Law Institute (IPLI) Advanced Business Law Seminar Universit du Qubec Montral Student Exchange Northwest Territories Clerkship program University of Windsor Mediation Service The academic performance is based on awards and prizes, the content, and level of degree(s) or diploma(s) completed OLSAS application service fee $185 University of Windsor application fee $75 Rolling admission February LSAT scores will be the last accepted for September admission Other admission categories: advanced standing applicants, Aboriginal applicants, and visiting student applicants
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York University
Osgoode Hall Law School North York, ON Telephone: (416) 736-5030 Website: www.osgoode.yorku.ca 4700 Keele Street M3J 1P3 Fax: (416) 736-5736 Email: admissions@osgoode.yorku.ca
Regular Application and Admissions Criteria The admission committee assesses applicants based on the combination of LSAT score and Grade Point Average (GPA). Applicants applying to Ontario law schools must submit their applications to the OLSAS. Only LSATs written during the last five years will be accepted (June 2006). A minimum of three years (60 credits) of undergraduate studies from a recognized university Application deadline November 1 Applications available in August Highest LSAT score used Supporting documents - official academic transcripts required and one academic reference recommended Regular Applicant Profile and Enrollment OLSAS application service fee $260 York University application fee $136 Rolling admission Other admission categories: access applicants Aboriginal applicants, mature applicants, and special applicants
The following table summarizes the applicant profile for York Universitys first-year law program: 2009-2010. LSAT Percentile Average GPA 75 - 84 85 - 90 91 - 99 A+ Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely A Acceptance Possible Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely AAcceptance Possible Acceptance Likely Acceptance Likely B+ (high) Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible Acceptance Likely B+ (low) Acceptance Unlikely Acceptance Possible Acceptance Possible The above table was obtained from the Law School Admission Council. Average LSAT 80 89th percentile Total of regular applicants in 2009/2010 3,200 Majority of applicants possess a three- or four-year university degree Strengths and Special Programs Largest Common Law School in Canada Intensive Clinical Education Programs in Criminal Law, Immigration and Refugee Law, Poverty Law, First Nations Governments, Community and Legal Aid Services Program, Advanced Business Law Workshops, and other programs. Centre for Public Law and Public Policy Centre for Refugee Studies Mooting and Osgoode Hall Law Journal Combined degrees with NYU (JD/LLB) Average GPA 3.43 First-year offers 608 First-year enrollment for regular category 290 Average student age 24 Faculty of Environmental Studies (LLB/MES), Schulich School of Business (LLB/MBA), and Universit de Montral, Civil Law Program Curricular Streams in Tax, International, and Litigation Institute for Feminist Legal Studies Active Student Government (Legal & Literary Society and Student Caucus) and many other clubs and organizations International Exchanges
Tuition and Expenses Estimated full-time tuition and fees $17,631 + ancillary fee of approximately $850.00 Estimated textbook expenses - $1,100 Scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid available
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