APPLYING TO THE SCHULICH SCHOOL OF LAW Thank you for your interest in our school – here are a few answers to frequently-asked questions that may help you how many applications do you receive? We received over 1,400 applications for the 2013-14 admission year. how many FIrst-year places are there? This year’s entering class is 170. what is a competitive candidate? • • GPA Min: GPA Max: 3.0/4.3 4.0/4.3 • • LSAT Min: LSAT Max: 149 180 how are grades and the Lsat weighted? We weight your GPA at 60% and your LSAT at 40%. Do you consider all my undergraduate marks? when can i expect to hear whether i have been admitted? We have rolling admissions, with offers being made as early as October and continuing to May. In May, we review all outstanding applications to be considered for a possible interview. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you by the end of May to set one up. Interviews take place in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Halifax. what scholarships and bursaries are available? Every year, we award over $1.2m dollars in scholarships and bursaries to our students. We aim to have the most generous scholarship and bursary program of any law school in Canada. Currently, over half of our students recieve funding to help with their studies. Below are some of the scholarships we offer. You can find more information on our website. When assessing transcripts, we take into consideration either your overall GPA or your last 2 years (10 credits), whichever is better. • • • how do you treat multiple lsat scores? • If you have written the LSAT multiple times, we will use your highest score. do you consider letters of reference, extracurricular activities and/or work experience? We place most consideration on your GPA and LSAT score. However, our Admissions Committee will consider your extra-curricular activities and/or work experience. • • Schulich Entrance Scholarship – 3 @ $15,000/yr (renewable) Schulich Entrance Scholarship – 9 @ $12,000/yr (renewable) Arthur Allister MacBain Memorial Scholarship – $20,000/yr (renewable) Law Foundation of Nova Scotia Scholarship – 4 @ $16,000/yr (renewable) J. Gerald Godsoe Scholarship – $10,000/yr (renewable) Alistair Fraser Entrance Scholarships – numerous @ $1,000 $5,000 (totalling $63,000 and awarded at time of admission) what documentation do i need to complete my application? • • Online application and $70 application fee. Personal statement (included on the online application) – There is no minimum word/page length. DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY SCHULICH SCHOOL OF LAW • • • • 2 letters of reference (Appendix A) – If you are currently attending university or have been out of school for 3 years or less, you must provide academic references, otherwise you can submit either personal or employment letters of reference. Medical statement (Appendix B) – This is only required if you have had a medical condition that may have affected your studies in the past. 1 official transcript from each college/university attended. LSAT – Your LSAT score(s) will be retrieved electronically. what’S LIFE IN HALIFAX LIKE? A lively coastal city with a population of 400,000 people, Halifax is the capital city of Nova Scotia and the educational, cultural and economic hub of Atlantic Canada. Canada’s “best-kept secret,” Halifax boasts a youthful spirit, rich history and scenic waterfront. CONTACT US Director of Admissions Rose Godfrey Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University PO BOX 15000 Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4R2 CANADA W: E: T: F: LAW.DAL.CA [email protected] 902.494.2068 902.494.8904 The Schulich School of Law is on the main Studley campus of Dalhousie University, and is walking distance to the downtown core., where you’ll find art galleries, museums, theatres, festivals, sport events, lively pubs, quaint cafés and, of course, friendly Haligonians. Check out shops, restaurants and historic buildings as you stroll along the world’s longest harbourfront boardwalk. Halifax’s weather varies from warm summer days to leisurely falls, crispfresh winters, and vibrant springs. Summer (June–September) tends to be warm (18°C to 30°C), cooling off in mid-late September. Winter (December–March) temperatures range from -15°C to 2°C. While it’s not uncommon to take shelter from a snow storm, Haligonians also love to revel in outdoor winter activities such as skating, skiing and ice hockey. Temperatures normally begin to rise again in late March/early April. INFO.FAQ.1113 Halifax’s urban charm is complemented by its natural beauty. Discover rugged shorelines, colourful gardens, hiking trails and scenic parks. The ocean is part of our life here – Dalhousie is just 300 metres from the Atlantic – so sailing and water sports are enjoyed through spring, summer and fall, and surfing is popular year-round. About the Schulich School of Law The Schulich School of Law plays an extraordinary role in Canadian legal education. We opened our doors in 1883 – the first university-based common law school in the nation and a model for Commonwealth law schools that came after. We are known for outstanding academics, teaching and research, and we are the most nationally representative law school in the country. Our unique learning environment blends the intimacy of a close-knit community with the reach of a research-driven university. We offer flexible combinations of programs and specializations, and opportunities for hands-on clinical experience. When you come here, you become part of something great. We live the “Weldon Tradition” of unselfish public service, and it brings us together – past and present students, faculty, staff, and friends. We stand on the shoulders of giants and yet work to blaze a trail for others to follow. This is the place. “ Weldon Law Building 6061 University Avenue PO Box 15000 Halifax NS B3H 4R2 Canada