Prospective Students
You're Invited. Start the Legacy.
If you are civic-minded, motivated, value-oriented, and share our entrepreneurial spirit, we invite you to join us as a member of our inaugural class. You will be part of a cohort that will shape the character and personality of the school, while you earn a degree that prepares you for professional success and gives you the tools to make a difference in your community through your work and service.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
When is Concordia University School of Law opening?
Our first class of students will enroll in August 2012.How many students will be in the inaugural class?
We will enroll approximately 75 students in the first class.Where is the application?
Our application is available online at www.concordialaw.com and at www.lsac.org. To begin the application you will log in to LSAC using the same account you used to sign up for the LSAT. Click here for complete application information.Is the 2012 February or June LSAT accepted for Fall 2012 enrollment?
Concordia will accept the February 2012 LSAT. If there is space in the class, we will consider June LSAT scores. We advise submitting your application as soon as possible and advise that you file your FAFSA by April 1 in order to expedite the admission process. If you apply before August 1 and there are no available seats in the class, you will be placed on a waiting list. If we don't have a seat for you in the Fall 2012 class then you will have the option to have your application deferred and reconsidered for Fall 2013.Are there options available for working professionals?
Yes. We will offer both full-time and part-time scheduling options.When will classes be offered?
All law school classes will be scheduled in the afternoon and evening. Visit Courses & Class Schedules for more details.Is there an online program?
No. Concordia Law will offer all classes at the downtown Boise campus.Where is the law school located?
Concordia Law is located in the core of downtown Boise at 501 West Front Street. In close proximity to the largest concentration of the state's law firms, attorneys, and legal institutions, our location provides law students with excellent opportunities to engage with legal mentors and participate in pro bono service, externships, and internships.How much will one year of tuition cost?
Tuition has been set for the 2012-2013 academic year at $950 per credit hour. Full-time tuition based on 30 credits is $28,500 per year and part-time tuition based on 24 credits is $22,500.Is financial aid available?
Yes. Admitted students will be eligible for grants, scholarships, and federal student loans. To be considered for federal loans students will need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on or after January 1st of the year they want to enroll. Begin the process online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Our FAFSA code is 003191.What is the Inaugural Grant?
All members of the first law school class will be the recipients of a $15,000 Inaugural Grant that will discount their annual full-time tuition by $5,000 per year, for three years. Part-time students will receive a similar grant based on the number of credits in which they are enrolled.Does Concordia Law award scholarships?
In addition to the Inaugural Grant, all admitted students will receive a Scholars Society Award. Scholarships will be awarded based on aptitude for success, leadership, and service.How long does it take to earn a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree?
For students attending full-time, the accumulation of the required 90 credit hours can typically be achieved in three years, excluding summers. Part-time students attending year-round can graduate in four years.Is Concordia accredited by the American Bar Association?
Concordia University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The School of Law is authorized by the Idaho State Board of Education to award the J.D. degree and the Administration and Dean are determined to devote all necessary resources and take all necessary steps to present a program of legal education that will qualify for approval by the American Bar Association. The Law School makes no representation to any applicant that it will be approved by the ABA prior to the graduation of any matriculating student.ABA Standard 102. Interpretation 102-7.