First Year Admissions

 

The Faculty of Law is strongly committed to excellence and diversity. While the Faculty believes that excellence in academic studies is the best evidence of ability to succeed in the study of law, it also believes that achievements in other areas may indicate potential for success in legal studies. Accordingly, our application policies allow applicants to show their potential in various ways, and are designed to produce a mix of students with diverse experience.

The Faculty of Law offers a three-year program leading to the degree of Juris Doctor. An Extended-Time Program is available in which students may take up to six years to complete the Juris Doctor degree.

The Faculty does not prescribe a program of pre-law studies, nor does it recommend specific undergraduate courses for those intending to enter law school. Applicants are advised to treat their previous studies as an end in itself in the event that they are not admitted to law school. A solid academic background is an advantage in the practice and study of law. We strongly recommend courses designed to develop reading and writing skills – vital skills that should be enhanced before entering law school.

How to Apply

Law school applications to Western are processed centrally by the:

Ontario Law School Application Service (OLSAS)

Ontario Universities' Application Centre
170 Research Lane
Guelph, Ontario
Canada, N1G 5E2
Telephone: 519-823-1940
Facsimile: 519-823-5232
Email: olsas@ouac.on.ca

You may apply to Western Law on-line from the OLSAS website.

Deadline for first year applications is November 3, 2008 for studies commencing the following September.

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