Applying to Northwestern Law

You will find details about the Northwestern Law application process based upon the degree program you wish to pursue. Furthermore, application checklists are available for each of our degree programs. We strongly encourage all applicants to submit their application materials electronically. 

The application for the fall 2025 entering class is available on lsac.org

JD Fee Waiver

LLM Fee Waiver


JD Programs

Take a look at the 2024 JD Viewbook (pdf)

JD Transfer

*You will be prompted to create an account.

Visiting Student

Two-Year JD for International Lawyers 


LLM Programs

Take a look at the Graduate and International Programs Viewbook (pdf)

SJD Program

The SJD Program at Northwestern Pritzker Law is limited to students or graduates of Northwestern’s LLM Program who are interested in careers in academia or scholarship. Current students and graduates may apply after September 1, 2024.



Master of Legal Studies in International Human Rights


Master of Science in Law 


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