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VISITING JD PROGRAM

Law students who seek academic credit at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law for transfer to another ABA-approved law school must apply as visiting students. Visiting students may enter in either the Fall or Spring semester for a minimum of one semester and a maximum of two semesters. Visiting students must be in good standing at an ABA-approved law school. NOTE: Visiting status cannot be converted to transfer status.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to make sure the application file is complete.

2024-2025 Important Dates and Deadlines


September 1 Spring 2025 Application Opens
December 15* Visiting Application Deadline for Spring 2025 Start
July 15* Visiting Application Deadline for Fall 2025 Start

*Application files received after the final deadline will be reviewed if seats remain available.

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Visiting JD Application Requirements


*Files will be processed if a valid LSAT score and LSAT writing sample are on file unless the candidate requests a hold on review.

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