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Prospective StudentsAmong the nation's leading law schools, Vanderbilt stands out for its pathbreaking approaches to preparing lawyers for the 21st century, connecting outstanding theoretical training to real-world strategies and experiences that provide immediate advantages to graduates. With about 195 students in each entering class and an accessible and distinguished faculty, Vanderbilt offers a challenging and collegial intellectual environment. An extensive network of more than 8,000 alumni in 49 states, DC, three US territories, and 25 foreign nations reflects the school’s national and international reach. Drawn from across the nation and around the world, our students have remarkably varied backgrounds and professional goals. But a surprising number have something important in common: a campus visit convinced them that Vanderbilt is where they want to be. First-year class profile (JD Class of 2012) Admissions representatives attend recruiting events across the nation to meet prospective students and discuss all that Vanderbilt offers. We also offer Admission Interview Days and on-campus interviews in various locations from coast to coast . 2009/10 admissions recruiting and interview events calendar
Admission Interview Program for J.D. Applicants We believe that the quality of the educational environment at Vanderbilt benefits from considering the broadest possible range of information about each prospective student and from helping prospective students explore all that Vanderbilt offers. In addition to strong academic credentials, we seek to identify prospective students with outstanding leadership potential and a desire to make a difference. To those ends, we encourage all applicants to the J.D. program to interview as part of the admission process; with VULS alumni from coast to coast or abroad, at dozens of scheduled interview events across the nation, on-campus in Nashville, or by phone. Visit Virtual VULS for more information and to schedule an interview; interview requests must be made by December 1.
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J.D. programAbout 195 new students enter the J.D. program each fall semester for a full-time course of study lasting three academic years. We do not offer part-time or evening programs. Applicants must hold (or expect to hold) a bachelor's degree from an accredited undergraduate institution. J.D. students at other ABA-approved law schools who have completed one year of study may apply for transfer admission to Vanderbilt's second-year J.D. class. J.D. students at other ABA-approved law schools may also apply as visiting students. | J.D. program overview | JD application process | Request viewbook | Apply now |
LL.M. programEach year, Vanderbilt's LL.M. program accepts a small number of foreign lawyers and international students for a one-year master's degree program that explores American legal issues and legal research methods. | LL.M. program overview | LLM application process | Request viewbook | Apply now |
Ph.D. in Law and EconomicsIn recognition of the increasing importance of economics in a number of legal fields, Vanderbilt University has developed a Ph.D. program that provides unique training in law and economics. Students admitted to the program must either hold a J.D. at the time of entry or complete the requirements for both the Ph.D. in Law and Economics and the J.D. concurrently. | Law and Economics overview | Law and Economics application process | Apply now |
Questions? Contact the Admissions Office 615-322-6452 | admissions@law.vanderbilt.edu
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