- About
About USC Gould
USC Gould is a top-ranked law school with a 120-year history and reputation for academic excellence. We are located on the beautiful 228-acre USC University Park Campus, just south of downtown Los Angeles.
- Academics
Academics
Learn about our interdisciplinary curriculum, experiential learning opportunities and specialized areas.
Student Quick Links:
- Admissions
Admissions
USC Gould helps prepare you for a stellar legal career. You can pursue a JD degree, one of our numerous graduate and international offerings, or an online degree or certificate.
- Students
Students
Participate in an unparalleled learning experience with diversity of people and thought. Get involved in the law school community and participate in activities that enhance your studies.
Student Quick Links:
- Careers
Careers
We work closely with students, graduates and employers to support successful career goals and outcomes. Our overall placement rate is consistently strong, with 94 percent of our JD class employed within 10 months after graduation.
- Faculty
Faculty
Our faculty is distinguished for its scholarship, as well as for its commitment to teaching. Our 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio creates an intimate and collegial learning environment.
- Alumni and Giving
- Admissions

Juris Doctor (JD) Program - Dates & Deadlines
USC Gould School of Law
- JURIS DOCTOR (JD) DEGREE
- + CURRICULUM
- CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
- JD DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
- CLASS RANK AND GRADING
- CERTIFICATES
- CLINICS AND PRACTICUMS
- DUAL DEGREES
- STUDY ABROAD
- DATES AND DEADLINES
- CLASS PROFILE
- + TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID
- COST OF ATTENDANCE
- COST AND VALUE
- FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES
- FRANK ROTHMAN SCHOLARS
- PUBLIC INTEREST SCHOLARS
- HONORS SCHOLARS
- FIRST GENERATION PROFESSIONALS
- LOAN REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LRAP)
- EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
- RECRUITMENT EVENTS
- APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- + ALTERNATE ADMISSIONS PATHS
- TRANSFER STUDENTS
- VISITING STUDENTS
- HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION
- ABA REQUIRED DISCLOSURES
- PRIVACY POLICY
- CONTACT US
Application Deadlines | |
Early and Regular Decision Applications Available | September 1, 2022 |
3+3 Accelerated Bachelor/JD Application Available | October 1, 2022 |
Early Binding Decision Application Deadline | November 20, 2022 |
3+3 Accelerated Bachelor/JD Application Deadline | January 5, 2023 |
Priority Application Deadline | February 1, 2023 |
Regular Application Deadline | April 1, 2023 |
Priority Filing Deadline for FAFSA Application | March 1, 2023 |
Scholarship Reservation Deadline | April 1, 2023 |
Transfer Application Deadlines | |
Early Transfer Application Available | February 13, 2023 |
Early Transfer Application Deadline | March 15, 2023 |
Regular Transfer Application Available | May 1, 2023 |
Priority Application Deadline | June 1, 2023 |
Application Deadline | June 15, 2023 |
LSAT Exam Dates | |
LSAT Exam | August 12, 2022 |
LSAT Exam | September 9, 2022 |
LSAT Exam | October 14, 2022 |
LSAT Exam | November 11, 2022 |
LSAT Exam | January 13, 2023 |
LSAT Exam | February 10, 2023 |
GRE Exam Dates | |
On Demand | No Later than March 1, 2023 |
Deposit Deadlines | |
Early Decision Deposit Due | January 4, 2023 |
First Enrollment Deposit Due | May 1, 2023 |
Second Enrollment Deposit Due | June 15, 2023 |
Transfer Enrollment Deposit Due | See Decision Letter |
NEXT STEPS
-
Apply Now
Start the online application process.
-
Take a Tour
Come experience life at USC Gould.
-
Visit Us
Meet the community of USC Gould.
-
Request More Information
Download or request a copy of our informative viewbook by postal mail.
-
Check Application Status
Check your application status online.
-
Student Ambassadors
Meet your JD student ambassadors.
-
Admitted Students Portal
Log in to our admitted students portal.
-
Contact Us
Still have questions? Let us help.
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM
Follow us at: @uscgouldadmissions