Law Fairs provide a unique opportunity for applicants, and those with future law school goals, to learn more about some of their top choice programs, connect with admissions officers, and discover new schools you may not have considered! Attending law fairs can be an extremely beneficial part of your strategy for successful admission to your dream school. Read on to learn more about upcoming opportunities and tips to maximize these experiences!
Upcoming Law School Fairs and Forums:
September 21: Chicago LSAC Law School Forum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile. Click here for additional information.
October 1: 2024 Illinois Law School Fair and Law Dean Panel | 11:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Illini. Click here for additional information.
October 23: October Digital LSAC Law School Forum | 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm CT, ONLINE. Click here for additional information.
November 14: November Digital LSAC Law School Forum | 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm CT, ONLINE. Click here for additional information.
At a Fair, You Can:
- Gather information about law schools that interest you.
- Meet the people who will be reading your law school applications and make a good first impression on them.
- Discover new law schools that could be a good fit for you. Click here to view a list of attending law schools.
- Talk with admissions professionals about what qualities they seek in a candidate.
- Get any questions answered! Curious about a particular class or clinic? Want to know more about their Early Decision program? Have questions about financial aid or scholarships? Prepare your questions and get them answered!
- Collect some fun freebies and application fee waivers!
What to Wear and Bring:
- Business casual or smart casual dress is suggested.
- You do not need to hand out copies of your resume. Law schools will not expect them, and we will likely not accept them if offered.
- Bring a method to record notes about your conversations with law admission representatives. You will talk to many individuals; it will be important to record your impressions throughout the day.
- If you are attending the Illinois Law School Fair as a current UIUC student, be sure to Bring your student ID for check-in.
Suggested Questions to Ask at a Law Fair:
- What do you love the most about your law school?
- When current students talk about your law school, what do you hear them say?
- What is the best advice you can give me as an applicant?
- What kinds of student support services do you offer?
- Why did you choose to become an admission rep at your law school?
- What is your law school community like?
- How do you evaluate multiple LSAT scores, including canceled scores?
- Check out a more extensive list of potential questions here.
