Dates & Deadlines
2021-22 Admissions Cycle
Although there is no absolute deadline for applications, we strongly suggest that they be filed and completed as soon as possible after September 15, and preferably before the suggested application deadlines listed below. Because we have a rolling admissions process, it is to your advantage to submit and complete your application as early as possible in the admissions cycle.
2021 |
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| September 1 |
Chicago-Kent first-year and transfer JD applications available on LSAC.org |
| September 15 |
Chicago-Kent begins accepting applications |
| October 1 |
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) becomes available from the U.S. Department of Education |
| November 1 |
Admissions decision notification begins |
| December 15 |
Application deadline for the non-binding early action program Suggested application deadline for Spring transfer applicants |
2022 |
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| January 14 |
Decision notification date for early action applicants |
| March 15 |
Initial suggested application deadline for first-year J.D. applicants |
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April |
First tuition deposit due for first-year students and priority registration deadline for summer start students |
| June 15 |
Second tuition deposit due for first-year students |
| July 15 |
Fall registration deadline for entering first-year J.D. students Suggested application deadline for Fall transfer applicants |
| Mid-August | Orientation begins for first-year J.D. students |