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Application requirements

Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Recommendations

2 to 3

Updated for 2025-2026 application cycle

Please take particular care in responding to this acknowledgement and the following four questions. In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. You should be aware that any state bar to which you apply will receive a copy of this application. In rare cases, bar candidates, after graduating from law school and the bar examination, have been denied admission to the bar on character and fitness grounds.

Disclosure is required whether the matter occurred when you were an adult or a juvenile, or in the U.S. or a foreign jurisdiction. For each question in this section you are advised to first consult transcripts, school records, institutions, court records, police records, or other records before answering to determine your response and to enable you to provide the detail required. Disclosure is required irrespective of advice you may have been given, including legal counsel, that such information need not be disclosed.

Because NSU Law is an American Bar Association (ABA)-approved law school, the Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree meets the educational requirements for eligibility to sit for the bar examination (required for professional licensure as an attorney) in all U.S. States as defined in 34 CFR §600.2. In addition to a bar examination there are character, fitness, and other state-specific requirements for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Moreover, specific licensure and certification requirements can vary by state. Because these requirements can change frequently and often without notice, it is strongly encouraged and is the responsibility of the student to ensure the student will meet all requirements for licensure in the states in which they seek to be licensed. For individual state bar contact information and requirements, please see National Conference of Bar Examiners.

At any post-secondary school, college, professional school, or law school, have you ever been expelled (dropped), suspended, disciplined (academic warning and/or academic probation or equivalent), or requested or advised to resign or unenroll. If "Yes," provide a complete, factually detailed statement of the circumstances surrounding each occurrence, dates and institutions involved, (including final determination of each), including school documents.
At any post-secondary school, college, professional school, or law school, have you been charged with or accused of any violation of standards, policies or codes of conduct? Otherwise, have you been investigated for or accused of cheating, plagiarism, or other academic dishonesty (regardless of whether the record has been sealed, expunged, canceled, or annulled, whether no record was made)? If "Yes," provide a complete, factually detailed statement of the circumstances surrounding each occurrence, dates and institutions involved (including final determination of each), including school documents.
Are there charges currently pending against you in any jurisdiction or have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty (including a deferred sentence) to any violation of law other than minor traffic violations? Has your record been sealed, expunged, canceled, annulled, whether no record was made? If you answered "Yes," to either question attach a statement with dates and complete details (what led to the charge, details about the facts before and after the charge, including dates), the specific action and final determination, including court documents.
Has your license to practice or engage in any profession, occupation, or business ever been suspended or revoked, or have you ever been reprimanded, censured, or otherwise disciplined by the agency that oversees such a license? If "Yes," provide a complete statement for each occurrence that includes the dates involved, nature of the charge, the facts (before and after the charge), the disposition of the matter**,** including licensing agency documents.

FIRST YEAR JD APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

SCHOLARSHIP PRIORITY CONSIDERATION is given to COMPLETED APPLICATIONS Received by DECEMBER 15, 2026, at 11:59PM (EASTERN TIME)

*1. It is strongly recommended that applications be submitted and completed by December 15, for early consideration and to compete for scholarships. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. FINAL DEADLINE for SUBMISSION and TRANSMISSION of the application is JUNE 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM (EASTERN TIME). NSU Shepard Broad College of Law does not charge an application fee.

2. Complete as much of the data requested as possible. Items/fields marked with an asterisk () are required and must be completed to submit your application. While other items are optional, the data provided will assist us in our review process. Nova Southeastern University (NSU) recognizes the importance of protecting personal privacy. Read our Privacy Policy, including notifications for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

*3. Designate the preferred division, Full-Time or Part-Time.

*4. Submit a two-page typed, double-spaced, Personal Statement, consisting entirely of your own work without the assistance of AI. Keeping in mind that LSAT scores and undergraduate GPAs are only a part of what the Admissions Committee will consider, take this opportunity to explain to the Committee why you should be selected for admission to NSU Law. Topics that the Committee considers helpful in evaluating qualifications include:

Significant personal experiences that inspired or had a significant impact on your life beyond what may be reflected in the transcripts and on the resume, especially experiences associated with the law. If you have had an experience that involved the law or legal system, that could make an appropriate topic too.
Why are you interested in NSU Law? Characteristics and experiences that you will bring to NSU Law and the legal profession that distinguish you from other applicants.
Long-range career plans and goals that you intend to pursue with your law degree.
The intellectual contribution you will make to the classroom.
Any other topic, story or subject you would like to share with the Admissions Committee that would be relevant to the consideration of your application.

*5. Submit a typed, double-spaced, additional statement, consisting entirely of your own work without the assistance of AI, which should not exceed one page.

Explain how your life experiences and background may contribute to classroom discourse and to the enrichment and discussion of coursework by and between your future classmates and professors and to your future legal career.

*6. Submit a resume which should include the following:

All post-secondary degree/certificate-granting institutions with attendance dates, major(s), degrees received.
Employment with dates, position titles, responsibilities, and accomplishments.
Extracurricular, political, public interest, and community activities.
Honors, awards, publications, certifications, and licensures.
List the names of all community organizations you are a member of.
List the names of scholarships/awards and monetary awards you have been granted.
Anything else such as hobbies, interests or other similar things that will help the Admissions Committee see what makes you an interesting addition to the class.

*7. Two (2) letters of recommendation are required through the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS). These letters should preferably be from college professors, who have taught you in person or virtually, and can attest to your ability to enter a competitive program in the law.

If you are currently in college/university or have graduated within a year**, one of the required letters** must be academic, from one of your professors.
If your graduating GPA is below NSU Law's percentiles, one of the required letters should be academic, from one of your professors. If you have been out of school for some time, letters from a work situation can be helpful.

*8. Official transcript(s) from all post-secondary educational institutions must be submitted to LSAC for the CAS report. This includes any dual enrollment (for example, courses taken during high school at a community college) or registered courses whether completed or not. These transcripts must be sent by the institution(s) directly to LSAC, and not by the applicant.

If you are still enrolled in courses, you will have to send an updated transcript to LSAC with the most current semester update.
Example: If you apply while enrolled in your fall semester, once you complete the semester you will need to submit the updated transcript to LSAC to be processed. The Admissions Committee will continue their review once final transcripts are received.

*9. All applicants whose education was not completed in English must submit official scores from Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) before the application will be processed. The minimum score accepted: 100-TOEFL internet-based test, or 7.0-IELTS. Scores should not be more than two years old and should be sent directly to LSAC by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) or by IELTS. If you have a bachelor's or master's degree from an institution where English is the language of instruction and examination, you may be exempt from the English test requirement. Please submit proof with your application.

All materials submitted as part of the application process become the property of Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law (NSU Law).

For questions regarding the application, please contact NSU Law, Office of Admissions at 954-262-6119 or law-admissions@nova.edu

Information about requirements, the admissions review process, deadlines, entering class profile, and our programs may be found on our website.

Office of Admissions
Nova Southeastern University
Shepard Broad College of Law
3070 Shepard Broad Way
Davie, FL 33314
Phone: 954.262.6119
Toll-Free: 800.986.6529, ext. 26119

https://www.law.nova.edu/index.html