How to Apply
1. Register for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and sit the test.
The LSAT is a half-day written test, designed to measure aptitude for legal study. It focuses on reading and verbal reasoning skills; no knowledge of law is required. It is an international test, administered by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), which sends results directly to the Law School.
Applicants must register to sit the LSAT before applying for the Melbourne JD.
The LSAT may be sat in Melbourne, in other Australian capital cities and in various parts of the world. Please note that there are strict registration deadlines and fixed test dates. If you have already taken the test within the last two years, you may choose to use those results in your application for the Melbourne JD.
Make sure you thoroughly read About the LSAT for more information.
If you have any queries, do not hesitate to contact us.
2. Write your personal statement.
Your application must include a personal statement of up to 850 words. It should emphasise any aspect of your personal history that may enhance your application, including information such as extra-curricular activities, community involvement, work experience, caregiver responsibilities, relevant personal characteristics and any outstanding achievements.
Statements should be typewritten, the pages should be numbered and your name and date of birth should appear on each page.
3. Submit your application, including official transcripts for all tertiary study already taken.
Download an application form here