University of Chicago application requirements
Apply by March 1. The application fee is $90. University of Chicago requires 6 application materials, listed below.
Deadline
Application deadline: March 1.
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Early Decision | December 1 |
| Chicago Law Scholars Program | December 1 |
| JD/PhD in History Regular Decision | December 4 |
What you must submit
- Transcripts via CAS
- LSAT, GRE, or GMAT score
- LSAT Writing sample (for LSAT applicants)
- Resume
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
University of Chicago requires the LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) for this application.
Tests accepted: LSAT, GRE, or GMAT (GMAT only if applicable under pilot/dual-degree rules).
Recommendation letters
2 required, up to 4 accepted; via CAS Letter of Recommendation Service
Personal statement
Essential part of application; introduce yourself, demonstrate contribution beyond academics and effective communication; focus on a unique personal attribute or experience is often most informative; no length stated on fetched page
Fees and waivers
Application fee: $90.
Fee waivers: Waivers for specified service/scholar categories, UChicago undergraduates, LSAC fee-waiver recipients (automatic), and need-based waiver via form; requests Sept 1 to March 1
University of Chicago admissions numbers
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Requirements verified 2026-10-20 against University of Chicago's published application instructions. Deadlines and fees change each cycle — confirm on the school's site before you submit. Medians from ABA Standard 509 disclosures via ILRG, Fall 2025 entering class.