Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have suspended all in-person visits until further notice. Please see the virtual visit opportunities listed below or contact the Office of Admissions by phone (312-906-5020).
2020 Admitted Student Virtual Visit Programs and Resources
We realize that selecting a law school is a major decision and we have a number of virtual visit opportunities available for you to learn more about Chicago-Kent and connect with members of our community. The Office of Admissions staff can also put you in touch with current students, faculty and alums who can give you an insider's perspective on Chicago-Kent.
We have a number of additional virtual events in progress and will be posting details about those events on this page. Be sure to check back regularly.
Video Tour Narrated by Chicago-Kent StudentsIf you have not yet had a chance to tour the law school, we encourage you to watch our online video tour narrated by two Chicago-Kent students. |
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Virtual Counseling SessionsSchedule a one-on-one appointment with an admission counselor to discuss academics, the Chicago-Kent law school experience, the admission process, scholarships and financial aid, and any other questions you may have. Counseling appointments last 30 minutes and may take place by phone or through Zoom. |
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Virtual Coffee Chats with Current StudentsJoin current Chicago-Kent students for a virtual coffee chat via Zoom to get their perspectives on student life and the Chicago-Kent law school experience. These sessions are limited to students who have been admitted to the 2020 entering JD class and will have a maximum of 10 participants to allow plenty of time for discussion. After registering for the event, you will receive a link to the Zoom meeting. Remember to bring your coffee or favorite beverage! |
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Webinar: Inside the Chicago-Kent Law School Experience for Admitted StudentsRecorded: Saturday, March 28, 2020 Chicago-Kent has a long history of understanding where the legal profession is going and leading the way forward through an innovative, rigorous, and experiential legal education. Learn more about the Chicago-Kent law school experience from Dean Anita Krug, Professor Felice Batlan, Professor Greg Reilly and current students. This event was held on Saturday, March 28 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Experiential Learning at Chicago-KentRecorded: Wednesday, April 1, 2020 Chicago-Kent offers a wide array of opportunities for students to gain practical experience during law school and build their lawyering skills. Join us to learn more about these opportunities including our top-ranked Trial Advocacy program, our unique in-house legal clinic (The CK Law Group: The Law Offices of Chicago-Kent), externship opportunities, and our innovative Praxis certificate program. This event was held on Wednesday, April 1 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Chicago-Kent Intellectual Property Law ProgramRecorded: Friday, April 3, 2020 Chicago-Kent's Certificate Program in Intellectual Property Law allows you to specialize your studies in IP as part of the J.D. program. Join Professor Edward Lee, Co-Director of the Program in Intellectual Property Law, and current IP program students for valuable information about the program. You will also learn about our innovative 1L Your Way program that allows you to start taking IP courses during the first year. This event was held on Friday, April 3 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Student Life at Chicago-KentRecorded: Saturday, April 4, 2020 Are you wondering about student life at Chicago-Kent? Are you interested in learning more about our student organizations? Join our panel discussion to hear from current students about their law school experience. You will also have an opportunity to ask them questions of your own. This event was held on Saturday, April 4 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Public Interest Law at Chicago-KentRecorded: Monday, April 6, 2020 Chicago-Kent has a strong public interest tradition and a rich array of activities, courses, and resources that encourage students to consider public interest law. Whether you are interested in devoting your career to public interest law or providing pro bono services while practicing in a private firm, Chicago-Kent can help you improve the legal profession and meet the legal needs of those who are unable to obtain affordable, fair legal support. Join our webinar to learn more about the wide array of public interest opportunities available at Chicago-Kent including the Certificate Program in Public Interest Law, the Center for Access to Justice & Technology, and the Self-Help Web Center. This event was held on Monday, April 6 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Chicago-Kent Labor and Employment Law ProgramRecorded: Tuesday, April 7, 2020 The field of labor and employment law has never been more dynamic and challenging. With globalization and digital communications, the increasingly complex and rapidly changing landscape of the workplace requires legal professionals to function well in an interdisciplinary environment and adapt readily. Join our webinar to learn more about Chicago-Kent's Certificate Program in Labor and Employment Law, the only program at a U.S. law school to earn the top A+ rating from preLaw magazine. A panel of faculty and students will discuss career opportunities in the labor law field as well as the structure of the certificate program. This event was held on Tuesday, April 7 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Preparing for Your Legal Career – Career Services and Bar PreparationRecorded: Wednesday, April 8, 2020 As you prepare to launch your legal career, you will need to build your legal resume and prepare for the bar exam. Join Victoria Ryan, Assistant Dean for Career Services, and Professor Kari Johnson to learn more about career services and bar preparation at Chicago-Kent. This event was held on Wednesday, April 8 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Student Services and Wellness InitiativesRecorded: Thursday, April 9, 2020 Chicago-Kent is dedicated to providing students with the best possible learning environment and supporting them in fulfilling their academic goals. The law school offers a variety of student services and has also launched a comprehensive series of wellness initiatives. Join Jenna Abhijeet, Director of Academic Administration and Student Affairs, and Michael McGee, President of the Student Bar Association, to learn more about how Chicago-Kent will support you during your law school studies. This event was held on Thursday, April 9 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: The Evening Law Student Experience at Chicago-KentRecorded: Tuesday, April 14, 2020 For more than 130 years, Chicago-Kent has served the needs of part-time law students. We offer a highly selective, competitive course of study for working professionals and others who wish to study on a part-time basis. Join us to learn more about the evening law student experience from current evening students. This event was held on Tuesday, April 14 and included a Q&A session with the event attendees. Click the link above to watch the video on the GoToWebinar platform. After entering your contact information, you wil be able to immediately watch the video. |
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Webinar: Diversity at Chicago-KentThursday, April 23 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. The Chicago-Kent community strongly believes that diversity is essential for a healthy and robust legal profession. The law school has been committed to fostering diversity in the legal profession since its inception more than 130 years ago. Join us to learn more about Chicago-Kent's commitment to diversity from Assistant Dean Marsha Ross-Jackson and student leaders from APALSA, BLSA, HLLSA, SALSA and the Chicago-Kent Lambdas. |
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Webinar RecordingsYou can view our webinar recordings page to watch prior events and learn more about our programs. |
On-Campus Visit Programs
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all on-campus visit programs are suspended until further notice and the events listed below have been canceled. We look forward to showing you the law school when the university reopens to visitors.
Admitted Students Weekend |
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Admitted Student Visit Days |
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Dean's Program and Networking Reception |
Update on Travel Stipends
The university has issued a new policy that prohibits university-sponsored air and train travel during the COVID-19 outbreak and so we regret that we must suspend our travel stipend program. If you have already purchased air or train tickets for admitted students weekend or an upcoming visit day, you should make a good faith effort to work with the travel provider for a refund and we would be willing to provide a letter confirming the cancellation of our event if necessary. In the event that you are not able to obtain a refund, you can submit documentation to our office and we will still honor the travel stipend.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Admissions at (312) 906-5020 or admissions@kentlaw.iit.edu. We are always happy to assist you.