There are a number of tasks that need to be completed prior to your enrollment at Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Please check this page regularly for updates.

May Packet Checklist
This checklist will provide you with a list of tasks to be completed prior to your enrollment. Please note: Several tasks have a June 15 deadline.

Admitted Student Programs
We hope you will have the opportunity to attend one of our programs specifically designed for admitted students.  Please visit this page for details and registration information. 

Seat Deposits
To secure your seat in the Fall 2013 entering class, you will need to submit two non-refundable seat deposits.  The first $250 seat deposit is due by April 15, 2013 and a second seat deposit of $500 is due by June 15, 2013. These deposits will be credited to your tuition for the fall semester. Your deposit should be paid online with a credit card.

Decline Admission
If you are no longer planning to enroll at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, please complete this form. 

Update Contact Information
Please keep your contact information current.  If your information changes, please notify the Law Admission Office by submitting this form.

Enrollment Forms‌
There are several forms required to complete your enrollment at Loyola University Chicago. Please complete these forms and submit them to law-admissions@luc.edu by June 15.

Official Transcripts
Final transcript(s) from your degree-granting institution(s) showing degree conferral date must be on file with LSAC for the law school’s retrieval by August 31.  Transcripts should be sent directly from your degree-granting institution to LSAC’s Credential Assembly Service (CAS).

Continuing Duty to Disclose
As an admitted student, you have a continuing responsibility, prior to enrollment and throughout your legal education, to disclose matters that may affect your answers to questions asked in the Character and Fitness portion of the Loyola University Chicago School of Law application for admission.  Please contact the Law Admission Office at law-admissions@luc.edu to make any amendments to your application.

Financial Aid
Financial Aid awards detailing the cost of attendance, your eligibility for merit and need-based scholarships and loans will be sent beginning in early March. If you have not already done so, you should complete the FAFSA and ensure that Loyola University Chicago is one of the schools you list. The school code is 001710. We also recommend that you review and apply for our specialized scholarship and fellowships opportunities.

• Applying for Aid
• Cost of Attendance
• First Year Scholarships and Fellowships
• Outside Scholarships Opportunities

Specialized Legal Writing Sections – Optional
The School of Law offers specialized legal writing sections for first year students interested in Child and Family Law, Health Law, Intellectual Property Law and Public Interest Law. An application is required and must be submitted by Friday, May 31 to law-admissions@luc.edu. Additional details about each specialized legal writing section and application requirements are provided below.
Child and Family Law Legal Writing
Health Law Legal Writing
Intellectual Property Legal Writing
Public Interest Legal Writing

Introduction to Case Study Methods – Optional
An optional intensive five-week, ten-session course, Introduction to Case Study Methods, teaches incoming Loyola students the skills essential for success in law school. Students will learn how to read cases, prepare class discussions, and take notes, as well as how to prepare for and answer final examination questions. The course will be offered on Mondays and Thursdays from 6-8;30 p.m. from July 8 through August 8. Tuition for this 1 credit hour course is $1320 and there is no financial aid available. The registration deadline is June 14. More information and the registration form is available below.
Introduction to the Case Study Method and the Basics of Legal Writing

Housing Information
There are a number of housing options available to Loyola Chicago students.

Baumhart Residence Hall
On-campus housing is available in Baumhart Residence Hall located just across the street from the law school. If you are interested in living in Baumhart Hall, you must complete a housing application and contract through LOCUS (priority deadline: May 1). A $500 non-refundable housing deposit is required.

Off-Campus Housing and Living in Chicago 
If you are planning to live off-campus, there is information available about neighborhoods recommended by current Loyola students, as well as a Roommate Network offered by the Law Admission Office to assist students with finding classmates as potential roommates. We also invite you to register to attend our Housing Day program on Friday, June 7, 2013.

Immunization Records
The State of Illinois requires that students provide the university with evidence of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus and diphtheria. Students are asked to safeguard the health of the Loyola community by providing evidence of their immunization or by being immunized. Completed immunization forms should be submitted to the Loyola University Chicago Wellness Center.

Student Health Insurance
All law students are required to show proof of health insurance.  You will automatically be charged for health insurance unless you are covered by another insurance plan.  If you have your own insurance coverage, or are covered by a parent or spouse’s plan, you may waive out of Loyola’s Student Health Insurance by providing proof of other coverage. You will need to complete the waiver through LOCUS, once you have registered for classes. The fall semester waiver deadline is October 1. 

Class Schedule and Registration Information
In late July, you will receive an assigned class schedule from the Law Admission Office. You will be required to register yourself for classes through the University’s LOCUS system.

Student ID Cards
Once incoming law students have completed their online class registration, they will be able to get their student ID cards. Pictures may be taken Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm at the Student Services desk located in the lobby of the Corboy Law Center.

Direct Deposit/Refunds
In order to receive a refund from any loans, after tuition has been paid, you need to sign up for Direct Deposit through LOCUS.  Refunds are typically available 10 days prior to the start of school.

Tuition Payment
Loyola generates electronic bills (E-Bills) for incoming law students on July 15, which will be due on August 15.  If you have completed the loan application process and your financial account indicates that funds will be arriving prior to the start of school , you will not be assessed a late fee.  Loyola offers several payment plans for those who will be covering some portion of their tuition out-of-pocket. As a reminder, your seat deposit will be paid toward your fall semester tuition. 

Installment Plans

Computing Services
All incoming law students will receive a Loyola email account and access to LOCUS (Loyola’s Online Connection to University Services). If you are considering purchasing a new laptop, please review the recommended specifications.

Books
Loyola University Chicago’s Water Tower Campus Bookstore is located directly across the street from the School of Law.  

Academic Calendar