First year Juris Doctor (JD) admission overview

Each fall, we welcome a limited number of first-year students into our Juris Doctor (JD) program, aiming to create a student body that mirrors the diversity of Canadian society. The number of applications we receive exceeds the number of space available for the program.

Download the brochure and program and application information. 

For tips and information about applying, check out the UVic Law Admissions Blog.

When to apply

Online applications open September 1. You are encouraged to submit your application as early as possible, since offers are made on a continual basis beginning early in the cycle.

Admission requirements

Admission to the JD program is based on:

• Your academic record (GPA) - weighted 50%
• Your Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) - weighted 50%
  (You may qualify for an LSAT Fee waiver)
• Your Personal Statement 
• Additional requirements dependent upon applicant stream

All applicants to UVic Law must submit:

1. The online application form;
2. The application fee;
3. Law School Admission Test (LSAT)score (written no later than the January test date of the year that you intend to start law school);
4. A Personal Statementincluding both Part A and B, Part A not exceeding 750 words; and
5. One copy of an unofficial transcript for all post-secondary studies including exchange and study abroad transcripts (official transcripts are requested when an offer of admission has been accepted).

Applicants must choose from one of four admission streams, each with its own set of requirements. Below is a link to the details for each stream:

• General Admission
• Inclusive Admission
• Indigenous Admission
• Black Admission

Language requirements

If your first language is not English and you have not completed a minimum of three full academic years of post-secondary study that was taught and assessed in English, you must submit your Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) results.

Minimum score requirements:

• Internet Based Test - 100 with no less than 25 on each of the individual components
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• Paper Based Test - 600 out of a possible 677

Applicants who do not meet these TOEFL minimums will not normally be admitted to the Faculty of Law.

Part-time studies

A limited number of part-time positions are available in the faculty. You must provide satisfactory evidence to the Faculty that you cannot attend full-time due to health issues, physical disabilities, or exceptional family or financial hardships. If you wish to apply for part-time study, please submit your request in writing to the Admissions office.

Admissions contact information

Phone: 250-721-8151

Email: lclerk2@uvic.ca

Send your supporting documentation by email to lclerk2@uvic.ca or by mail to: