Getting Started Discover Seton Hall Law
WHY THE SETON HALL LAWYER IS UNIQUELY SUCCESSFUL. Seton Hall Law’s cornerstone values – integrity, loyalty and engagement – define the Seton Hall lawyer. These values characterize both our environment while you are a student and the careers of every Seton Hall Law graduate. The integrity and character of the Seton Hall lawyer explain why we stand out for excellence. Seton Hall loyalty means that your professors and classmates will be invested in your success throughout your career, from the moment you become a student, and our network of loyal alumni will assist you at every step in your career. You will notice the difference about Seton Hall Law the minute you come through our doors. The atmosphere is vibrant. Our faculty engage their students both in and outside of the classroom. Seton Hall Law professors are outstanding teachers who offer a progressive, innovative learning experience. Together with an outstanding administration, the faculty dedicate themselves to helping each student identify, pursue and achieve academic and professional success – as defined by you.
By every measure, Seton Hall Law’s outcomes stand out. New York and New Jersey bar passage rates consistently exceed state averages. Graduate employment rates rank alongside the leading law schools in the region. Our curriculum integrates rigorous coursework with hands-on learning through internships, clerkships and clinical programs. Combined with expert career planning support, Seton Hall Law gives you the knowledge, skills and tools you need to excel and succeed from the day you graduate. Seton Hall Law’s Newark location offers convenient access to the world’s largest legal marketplace in New York City, but places our students in the heart of New Jersey’s thriving business sphere. Courthouses and cultural centers alike are just a few minutes’ walk from campus. A Seton Hall Law degree opens doors to limitless possibilities. The value of a Seton Hall Law degree continues to grow throughout your career. Take the first step to becoming a Seton Hall lawyer. Visit our website, law.shu.edu/discover, and apply today.
visit | law.shu.edu/discover
Kathleen M. Boozang, Dean Gisele Joachim, Dean of Enrollment Management
HOW TO APPLY First-year applications are considered for Fall Semester admission only. In order to apply, you must have or plan to obtain a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or a foreign equivalent prior to your anticipated date of enrollment.
THE APPLICATION The application is available electronically at www. lsac.org, and all supporting documentation must be submitted through a valid Credential Assembly Service (CAS) account. Required Parts: n
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completed and signed Application for Admission, which A includes a required personal statement, activity/extracurricular list and résumé. A nonrefundable application fee of $65. current letter of recommendation (written within the A last two years). An additional one or two letters are strongly encouraged.
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current CAS file consisting of a recent Law School A Admissions Test (LSAT) score (taken within the last five years) and all academic transcripts.
Forms are electronically available by setting up a Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) account. For additional information about the application process, call 973-642-8747. To register for the LSAT or subscribe to the CAS, visit www.lsac.org, or call 215-968-1001.
Integrity | Loyalty | Engagement
DECISION PROCESS Admission to Seton Hall Law is selective and competitive. Decisions are based primarily on academic record and LSAT score, but work experience, school or community service and other interests are taken into consideration. The volume of applications received prevents our use of interviews, but we encourage you to utilize the personal statement in the application to convey the information you would impart in an interview.
2015-16
Consumer information on Seton Hall Law is published in the Official Guide to ABA-Approved Law Schools and on the Seton Hall Law website.
Financing Your Education TUITION The tuition and fees for Seton Hall University School of Law are $51,018 for incoming full-time students and $38,474 for incoming part-time students for the 2015-16 academic year.
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID All students interested in applying for financial aid (including student loans) must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be filed electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov any time after January 1, 2016 for the 2016-17 academic year. Seton Hall Law’s code: G09986. Seton Hall Law’s priority deadline is April 1, 2016.
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS All applicants for admission are reviewed for merit scholarship awards—no separate application is required for consideration. Merit scholarships are selective awards based on outstanding LSAT scores, undergraduate academic performance and academic promise. The Admissions Committee determines the awards and
notifies recipients at the time of admission. Students entering in Fall 2015 received merit scholarship awards ranging from $7,500 to full tuition. More than 70% of our entering full-time students receive scholarship funds. Merit scholarships are renewable by maintaining required GPA standards or designated class rank. The amount and terms of renewal are provided to students upon award. Further information regarding scholarships and scholarship renewal may be found at law.shu.edu/scholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING OVER 70% OF THE INCOMING STUDENTS IN 2015 RECEIVED SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING OVER 70% OF THOSE RECEIVING SCHOLARSHIPS RECEIVED $25,000 OR MORE
75%-85% OF FUNDED STUDENTS TYPICALLY RENEW SCHOLARSHIPS AFTER THE FIRST YEAR
IMPORTANT DATES: April 1: General Admission Priority Deadline Legal Education Opportunities (LEO) Deadline Financial Aid Priority Deadline
July 25: Transfer Application Deadline
VISIT US Prospective students are encouraged to visit Seton Hall Law. Information about our regularly scheduled tours and information sessions may be found at law.shu.edu/visit, or call us at 973-642-8747 to discuss scheduling options.
SETON HALL I LAW One Newark Center Newark, New Jersey 07102
visit | law.shu.edu/discover
Getting Started Discover Seton Hall Law
WHY THE SETON HALL LAWYER IS UNIQUELY SUCCESSFUL. Seton Hall Law’s cornerstone values – integrity, loyalty and engagement – define the Seton Hall lawyer. These values characterize both our environment while you are a student and the careers of every Seton Hall Law graduate. The integrity and character of the Seton Hall lawyer explain why we stand out for excellence. Seton Hall loyalty means that your professors and classmates will be invested in your success throughout your career, from the moment you become a student, and our network of loyal alumni will assist you at every step in your career. You will notice the difference about Seton Hall Law the minute you come through our doors. The atmosphere is vibrant. Our faculty engage their students both in and outside of the classroom. Seton Hall Law professors are outstanding teachers who offer a progressive, innovative learning experience. Together with an outstanding administration, the faculty dedicate themselves to helping each student identify, pursue and achieve academic and professional success – as defined by you.
By every measure, Seton Hall Law’s outcomes stand out. New York and New Jersey bar passage rates consistently exceed state averages. Graduate employment rates rank alongside the leading law schools in the region. Our curriculum integrates rigorous coursework with hands-on learning through internships, clerkships and clinical programs. Combined with expert career planning support, Seton Hall Law gives you the knowledge, skills and tools you need to excel and succeed from the day you graduate. Seton Hall Law’s Newark location offers convenient access to the world’s largest legal marketplace in New York City, but places our students in the heart of New Jersey’s thriving business sphere. Courthouses and cultural centers alike are just a few minutes’ walk from campus. A Seton Hall Law degree opens doors to limitless possibilities. The value of a Seton Hall Law degree continues to grow throughout your career. Take the first step to becoming a Seton Hall lawyer. Visit our website, law.shu.edu/discover, and apply today.
visit | law.shu.edu/discover
Kathleen M. Boozang, Dean Gisele Joachim, Dean of Enrollment Management
HOW TO APPLY First-year applications are considered for Fall Semester admission only. In order to apply, you must have or plan to obtain a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or a foreign equivalent prior to your anticipated date of enrollment.
THE APPLICATION The application is available electronically at www. lsac.org, and all supporting documentation must be submitted through a valid Credential Assembly Service (CAS) account. Required Parts: n
n n
completed and signed Application for Admission, which A includes a required personal statement, activity/extracurricular list and résumé. A nonrefundable application fee of $65. current letter of recommendation (written within the A last two years). An additional one or two letters are strongly encouraged.
n
current CAS file consisting of a recent Law School A Admissions Test (LSAT) score (taken within the last five years) and all academic transcripts.
Forms are electronically available by setting up a Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) account. For additional information about the application process, call 973-642-8747. To register for the LSAT or subscribe to the CAS, visit www.lsac.org, or call 215-968-1001.
Integrity | Loyalty | Engagement
DECISION PROCESS Admission to Seton Hall Law is selective and competitive. Decisions are based primarily on academic record and LSAT score, but work experience, school or community service and other interests are taken into consideration. The volume of applications received prevents our use of interviews, but we encourage you to utilize the personal statement in the application to convey the information you would impart in an interview. Consumer information on Seton Hall Law is published in the Official Guide to ABA-Approved Law Schools and on the Seton Hall Law website.
Financing Your Education TUITION The tuition and fees for Seton Hall University School of Law are $51,018 for incoming full-time students and $38,474 for incoming part-time students for the 2015-16 academic year.
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID All students interested in applying for financial aid (including student loans) must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be filed electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov any time after January 1, 2016 for the 2016-17 academic year. Seton Hall Law’s code: G09986. Seton Hall Law’s priority deadline is April 1, 2016.
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS All applicants for admission are reviewed for merit scholarship awards—no separate application is required for consideration. Merit scholarships are selective awards based on outstanding LSAT scores, undergraduate academic performance and academic promise. The Admissions Committee determines the awards and
notifies recipients at the time of admission. Students entering in Fall 2015 received merit scholarship awards ranging from $7,500 to full tuition. More than 70% of our entering full-time students receive scholarship funds. Merit scholarships are renewable by maintaining required GPA standards or designated class rank. The amount and terms of renewal are provided to students upon award. Further information regarding scholarships and scholarship renewal may be found at law.shu.edu/scholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING OVER 70% OF THE INCOMING STUDENTS IN 2015 RECEIVED SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING OVER 70% OF THOSE RECEIVING SCHOLARSHIPS RECEIVED $25,000 OR MORE
75%-85% OF FUNDED STUDENTS TYPICALLY RENEW SCHOLARSHIPS AFTER THE FIRST YEAR
IMPORTANT DATES: April 1: General Admission Priority Deadline Legal Education Opportunities (LEO) Deadline Financial Aid Priority Deadline
July 25: Transfer Application Deadline
VISIT US Prospective students are encouraged to visit Seton Hall Law. Information about our regularly scheduled tours and information sessions may be found at law.shu.edu/visit, or call us at 973-642-8747 to discuss scheduling options.
SETON HALL I LAW One Newark Center Newark, New Jersey 07102
visit | law.shu.edu/discover
$1.2 1
ST
Paulette Brown ’76, the 2015-16 President of the American Bar Association, is the first woman of color to serve in the role
MILLION
The Southern District of New York Representation in Mediation Practicum, in which student advocates represent otherwise pro se clients who filed employment discrimination complaints in federal court, has yielded $1.2 million in recovered funds since its founding in 2011
21,000 Number of hours Seton Hall Law students provided in clinics and other pro bono service in 2014-15
19
SETON HALL LAW STUDENTS ACHIEVE CAREER SUCCESS
INCOMING CLASS PROFILE 2015-16
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Seton Hall Law graduates achieve uncommon career success. Employment rates for graduates in full-time, long-term jobs requiring bar passage, and in which a J.D. is an advantage, are among the highest ranked in the country. The most common employment destinations for graduates are private practice and judicial clerkships.
Number of J.D. Applications: 1,602 Number of J.D. Matriculants: 152 (Day: 120, Evening: 32) Total Enrolled J.D. 2015-16: 527
Seton Hall Law’s programs are rich with academic and professional opportunity. Learn more about our programs and experiential learning opportunities by visiting law.shu.edu/discover.
DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
11 TO 1
ABA EMPLOYMENT DATA - CLASS OF 2013
ABA EMPLOYMENT DATA - CLASS OF 2014
Employment status as of 9 months after graduation. Total: 309 graduates.
Employment status as of 10 months after graduation. Total: 285 graduates with all reporting.
student/faculty ratio Judicial Clerkships 37.9%
#1
93% 50 Total employment rate for the Class of 2014, placing Seton Hall Law alongside the region’s top schools based on employment outcomes
minutes travel time from Newark to New York Penn station via NJ Transit
Seton Hall Law at a Glance
Private Practice 28.8%
Above the Law ranked Seton Hall Law tied for #1 for its Alumni Rating, based on Seton Hall Law graduates’ feedback
states represented by Seton Hall Law alumni
15,111 total alumni
10
minutes walking time from Newark to courthouses
Corporate/Business 13.3% Gov’t Service/Public Interest/ Education 9.1% Unemployed, Seeking 8.7% Not Seeking Work/ Pursuing Advanced Degree 1.6% Unemployment Start Date Deferred .3%
visit | law.shu.edu/discover
Private Practice
Private Practice 26.7% Corporate/Business 16.8% Gov’t Service/Public Interest/ Education 7% Unemployed, Seeking 6%
Judicial Clerkships
Not Seeking Work/ Pursuing Advanced Degree 0.7%
Private Practice
Age
Ethnicity
20-24
72%
Asian American :
7%
LL.M. (Master of Laws) in Health or Intellectual Property Law
25-29
19%
Black/African American:
6%
30-39
7%
Puerto Rican/Hispanic/Latino:
7%
M.S.J. (Master of Science in Jurisprudence) in Health Law, Intellectual Property Law, or Compliance
40 & up
2%
White/ Caucasian:
61%
Two or more ethnic groups:
13%
Judicial Clerkships
Other/Not Reported or Released:
THE CASE FOR CLERKSHIPS Seton Hall Law tracks the employment progress of the graduates who pursue clerkships, though this monitoring is not required by the ABA. As the charts below indicate, well over 90% of the classes of 2012 and 2013 found employment at the end of their clerkships. Our graduates’ experience is that clerkships help them build their professional networks, refine their legal skills and increase their competitive edge. In both years, the large majority of graduates entered private practice following their clerkships.
CLASS OF 2012 POST-CLERKSHIP RESULTS
CLASS OF 2013 POST-CLERKSHIP RESULTS
Reflects data collected for 95 of 98 clerks.
Reflects data collected for 116 of 117 clerks.
Private Practice 75%
MPLOY %E ED 94
Private Practice 67.5%
Gov’t Service/Public Interest 16%
Gov’t Service/Public Interest 18.8%
Status Unknown 3%
Judicial 6.8%
Business 2%
@SetonHallLawAdmissions
Judicial Clerkships 42.8%
YMENT RA PLO T EM dvantage – E – L 86 A D . J
Private Practice
Judicial 1%
Business 5.1% Status Unknown 0.9%
For more information regarding employment data, please visit:
Joint Degrees: n J.D./M.B.A. with the Seton Hall University Stillman School of Business n J.D./M.A in Diplomacy and International Relations (M.A.D.I.R.) with the Seton Hall University School of Diplomacy Healthcare Compliance Certification Program Graduate Certificates through the Division of Online Learning harmaceutical & Medical Device Law & Compliance P Health & Hospital Law n Intellectual Property Law n n
CENTERS AND PROGRAMS
ENTERING CLASS LSAT/ GPA PROFILE
enter for Health & Pharmaceutical Law & Policy C Gibbons Institute of Law, Science & Technology n Center for Policy & Research n Center for Social Justice n n
25%
Median
75%
LSAT
153
156
159
GPA
3.12
3.41
3.68
CLINICS AND PRO BONO PROGRAMS Center for Social Justice Clinics: n Civil Litigation and Practice n Equal Justice n Family Law n Immigrants’ Rights/International Human Rights n Impact Litigation n Juvenile Justice n Pro Bono Service Program n Last Resort Exoneration Project n Investor Advocacy Project n Southern District of New York Representation in Mediation Practicum n
MPLOY %E ED 98
Private Practice
BAR PASS RATES (FIRST-TIME TAKERS, JULY 2014) Seton Hall Law Pass Rate (%)
State Average (%)
New Jersey
83.69
77.80
New York
86.7
74 - All first-time takers
Unemployed 0.9%
law.shu.edu/outcomes
6%
Gender: Female: 41% Male: 59% 41% came to Seton Hall Law directly from college 5% held advanced degrees prior to enrolling at Seton Hall Law 77 undergraduate colleges and universities represented
@SetonHallLaw SetonHallLaw
J.D. (Juris Doctor), full-time and part-time evening programs available n Concentration Certificates in Health Law, Intellectual Property Law, or Compliance
APPLICANT STATISTICS
Unknown .3%
Unemployed 3%
Scan code to learn more about Seton Hall Law
YMENT RA PLO T EM dvantage – E – L A 82 D J
% 93 7%
Number of students who serve as stagiaires (interns) each year at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg, through the Dean Acheson Legal Stage Program. In 2014-15, Seton Hall Law students filled all three positions
Strong Employment Outcomes
TO Require TA ass d/ P ar
750
The students in the Seton Hall Law Juvenile Justice Clinic provided services to more than 750 boys and girls in Newark and the surrounding communities in 2014-15
I ntellectual Property Law Association n International Law Society n Public Interest Network n Tax Law Society n
TO s Require TA d/ Pas r a
number of years U.S. News & World Report has ranked Seton Hall’s Health Law program in the top 10 nationwide
n
% 89 % .5
3
S tudent Bar Association Sports & Entertainment Law Society n Environmental Law Society n Health Law Forum n
B
19
33
Student organizations representing an array of personal and professional interests, including:
B
25
The National Law Journal ranks Seton Hall Law at #25 among 200 law schools in the U.S. based on the percentage of Class of 2014 graduates in full-time, long-term positions requiring bar passage
83 - First-time takers, ABA graduates
STUDY ABROAD n
All data valid as of 9/2/15
n
Chamonix-Geneva Program in International Human Rights Law anzibar Winter Intersession on Modern–Day Slavery and Human Trafficking Z
$1.2 1
ST
Paulette Brown ’76, the 2015-16 President of the American Bar Association, is the first woman of color to serve in the role
MILLION
The Southern District of New York Representation in Mediation Practicum, in which student advocates represent otherwise pro se clients who filed employment discrimination complaints in federal court, has yielded $1.2 million in recovered funds since its founding in 2011
21,000 Number of hours Seton Hall Law students provided in clinics and other pro bono service in 2014-15
19
SETON HALL LAW STUDENTS ACHIEVE CAREER SUCCESS
INCOMING CLASS PROFILE 2015-16
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Seton Hall Law graduates achieve uncommon career success. Employment rates for graduates in full-time, long-term jobs requiring bar passage, and in which a J.D. is an advantage, are among the highest ranked in the country. The most common employment destinations for graduates are private practice and judicial clerkships.
Number of J.D. Applications: 1,602 Number of J.D. Matriculants: 152 (Day: 120, Evening: 32) Total Enrolled J.D. 2015-16: 527
Seton Hall Law’s programs are rich with academic and professional opportunity. Learn more about our programs and experiential learning opportunities by visiting law.shu.edu/discover.
DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
11 TO 1
ABA EMPLOYMENT DATA - CLASS OF 2013
ABA EMPLOYMENT DATA - CLASS OF 2014
Employment status as of 9 months after graduation. Total: 309 graduates.
Employment status as of 10 months after graduation. Total: 285 graduates with all reporting.
student/faculty ratio Judicial Clerkships 37.9%
#1
93% 50 Total employment rate for the Class of 2014, placing Seton Hall Law alongside the region’s top schools based on employment outcomes
minutes travel time from Newark to New York Penn station via NJ Transit
Seton Hall Law at a Glance
Private Practice 28.8%
Above the Law ranked Seton Hall Law tied for #1 for its Alumni Rating, based on Seton Hall Law graduates’ feedback
states represented by Seton Hall Law alumni
15,111 total alumni
10
minutes walking time from Newark to courthouses
Corporate/Business 13.3% Gov’t Service/Public Interest/ Education 9.1% Unemployed, Seeking 8.7% Not Seeking Work/ Pursuing Advanced Degree 1.6% Unemployment Start Date Deferred .3%
visit | law.shu.edu/discover
Private Practice
Private Practice 26.7% Corporate/Business 16.8% Gov’t Service/Public Interest/ Education 7% Unemployed, Seeking 6%
Judicial Clerkships
Not Seeking Work/ Pursuing Advanced Degree 0.7%
Private Practice
Age
Ethnicity
20-24
72%
Asian American :
7%
LL.M. (Master of Laws) in Health or Intellectual Property Law
25-29
19%
Black/African American:
6%
30-39
7%
Puerto Rican/Hispanic/Latino:
7%
M.S.J. (Master of Science in Jurisprudence) in Health Law, Intellectual Property Law, or Compliance
40 & up
2%
White/ Caucasian:
61%
Two or more ethnic groups:
13%
Judicial Clerkships
Other/Not Reported or Released:
THE CASE FOR CLERKSHIPS Seton Hall Law tracks the employment progress of the graduates who pursue clerkships, though this monitoring is not required by the ABA. As the charts below indicate, well over 90% of the classes of 2012 and 2013 found employment at the end of their clerkships. Our graduates’ experience is that clerkships help them build their professional networks, refine their legal skills and increase their competitive edge. In both years, the large majority of graduates entered private practice following their clerkships.
CLASS OF 2012 POST-CLERKSHIP RESULTS
CLASS OF 2013 POST-CLERKSHIP RESULTS
Reflects data collected for 95 of 98 clerks.
Reflects data collected for 116 of 117 clerks.
Private Practice 75%
MPLOY %E ED 94
Private Practice 67.5%
Gov’t Service/Public Interest 16%
Gov’t Service/Public Interest 18.8%
Status Unknown 3%
Judicial 6.8%
Business 2%
@SetonHallLawAdmissions
Judicial Clerkships 42.8%
YMENT RA PLO T EM dvantage – E – L 86 A D . J
Private Practice
Judicial 1%
Business 5.1% Status Unknown 0.9%
For more information regarding employment data, please visit:
Joint Degrees: n J.D./M.B.A. with the Seton Hall University Stillman School of Business n J.D./M.A in Diplomacy and International Relations (M.A.D.I.R.) with the Seton Hall University School of Diplomacy Healthcare Compliance Certification Program Graduate Certificates through the Division of Online Learning harmaceutical & Medical Device Law & Compliance P Health & Hospital Law n Intellectual Property Law n n
CENTERS AND PROGRAMS
ENTERING CLASS LSAT/ GPA PROFILE
enter for Health & Pharmaceutical Law & Policy C Gibbons Institute of Law, Science & Technology n Center for Policy & Research n Center for Social Justice n n
25%
Median
75%
LSAT
153
156
159
GPA
3.12
3.41
3.68
CLINICS AND PRO BONO PROGRAMS Center for Social Justice Clinics: n Civil Litigation and Practice n Equal Justice n Family Law n Immigrants’ Rights/International Human Rights n Impact Litigation n Juvenile Justice n Pro Bono Service Program n Last Resort Exoneration Project n Investor Advocacy Project n Southern District of New York Representation in Mediation Practicum n
MPLOY %E ED 98
Private Practice
BAR PASS RATES (FIRST-TIME TAKERS, JULY 2014) Seton Hall Law Pass Rate (%)
State Average (%)
New Jersey
83.69
77.80
New York
86.7
74 - All first-time takers
Unemployed 0.9%
law.shu.edu/outcomes
6%
Gender: Female: 41% Male: 59% 41% came to Seton Hall Law directly from college 5% held advanced degrees prior to enrolling at Seton Hall Law 77 undergraduate colleges and universities represented
@SetonHallLaw SetonHallLaw
J.D. (Juris Doctor), full-time and part-time evening programs available n Concentration Certificates in Health Law, Intellectual Property Law, or Compliance
APPLICANT STATISTICS
Unknown .3%
Unemployed 3%
Scan code to learn more about Seton Hall Law
YMENT RA PLO T EM dvantage – E – L A 82 D J
% 93 7%
Number of students who serve as stagiaires (interns) each year at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg, through the Dean Acheson Legal Stage Program. In 2014-15, Seton Hall Law students filled all three positions
Strong Employment Outcomes
TO Require TA ass d/ P ar
750
The students in the Seton Hall Law Juvenile Justice Clinic provided services to more than 750 boys and girls in Newark and the surrounding communities in 2014-15
I ntellectual Property Law Association n International Law Society n Public Interest Network n Tax Law Society n
TO s Require TA d/ Pas r a
number of years U.S. News & World Report has ranked Seton Hall’s Health Law program in the top 10 nationwide
n
% 89 % .5
3
S tudent Bar Association Sports & Entertainment Law Society n Environmental Law Society n Health Law Forum n
B
19
33
Student organizations representing an array of personal and professional interests, including:
B
25
The National Law Journal ranks Seton Hall Law at #25 among 200 law schools in the U.S. based on the percentage of Class of 2014 graduates in full-time, long-term positions requiring bar passage
83 - First-time takers, ABA graduates
STUDY ABROAD n
All data valid as of 9/2/15
n
Chamonix-Geneva Program in International Human Rights Law anzibar Winter Intersession on Modern–Day Slavery and Human Trafficking Z
$1.2 1
ST
Paulette Brown ’76, the 2015-16 President of the American Bar Association, is the first woman of color to serve in the role
MILLION
The Southern District of New York Representation in Mediation Practicum, in which student advocates represent otherwise pro se clients who filed employment discrimination complaints in federal court, has yielded $1.2 million in recovered funds since its founding in 2011
21,000 Number of hours Seton Hall Law students provided in clinics and other pro bono service in 2014-15
19
SETON HALL LAW STUDENTS ACHIEVE CAREER SUCCESS
INCOMING CLASS PROFILE 2015-16
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Seton Hall Law graduates achieve uncommon career success. Employment rates for graduates in full-time, long-term jobs requiring bar passage, and in which a J.D. is an advantage, are among the highest ranked in the country. The most common employment destinations for graduates are private practice and judicial clerkships.
Number of J.D. Applications: 1,602 Number of J.D. Matriculants: 152 (Day: 120, Evening: 32) Total Enrolled J.D. 2015-16: 527
Seton Hall Law’s programs are rich with academic and professional opportunity. Learn more about our programs and experiential learning opportunities by visiting law.shu.edu/discover.
DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
11 TO 1
ABA EMPLOYMENT DATA - CLASS OF 2013
ABA EMPLOYMENT DATA - CLASS OF 2014
Employment status as of 9 months after graduation. Total: 309 graduates.
Employment status as of 10 months after graduation. Total: 285 graduates with all reporting.
student/faculty ratio Judicial Clerkships 37.9%
#1
93% 50 Total employment rate for the Class of 2014, placing Seton Hall Law alongside the region’s top schools based on employment outcomes
minutes travel time from Newark to New York Penn station via NJ Transit
Seton Hall Law at a Glance
Private Practice 28.8%
Above the Law ranked Seton Hall Law tied for #1 for its Alumni Rating, based on Seton Hall Law graduates’ feedback
states represented by Seton Hall Law alumni
15,111 total alumni
10
minutes walking time from Newark to courthouses
Corporate/Business 13.3% Gov’t Service/Public Interest/ Education 9.1% Unemployed, Seeking 8.7% Not Seeking Work/ Pursuing Advanced Degree 1.6% Unemployment Start Date Deferred .3%
visit | law.shu.edu/discover
Private Practice
Private Practice 26.7% Corporate/Business 16.8% Gov’t Service/Public Interest/ Education 7% Unemployed, Seeking 6%
Judicial Clerkships
Not Seeking Work/ Pursuing Advanced Degree 0.7%
Private Practice
Age
Ethnicity
20-24
72%
Asian American :
7%
LL.M. (Master of Laws) in Health or Intellectual Property Law
25-29
19%
Black/African American:
6%
30-39
7%
Puerto Rican/Hispanic/Latino:
7%
M.S.J. (Master of Science in Jurisprudence) in Health Law, Intellectual Property Law, or Compliance
40 & up
2%
White/ Caucasian:
61%
Two or more ethnic groups:
13%
Judicial Clerkships
Other/Not Reported or Released:
THE CASE FOR CLERKSHIPS Seton Hall Law tracks the employment progress of the graduates who pursue clerkships, though this monitoring is not required by the ABA. As the charts below indicate, well over 90% of the classes of 2012 and 2013 found employment at the end of their clerkships. Our graduates’ experience is that clerkships help them build their professional networks, refine their legal skills and increase their competitive edge. In both years, the large majority of graduates entered private practice following their clerkships.
CLASS OF 2012 POST-CLERKSHIP RESULTS
CLASS OF 2013 POST-CLERKSHIP RESULTS
Reflects data collected for 95 of 98 clerks.
Reflects data collected for 116 of 117 clerks.
Private Practice 75%
MPLOY %E ED 94
Private Practice 67.5%
Gov’t Service/Public Interest 16%
Gov’t Service/Public Interest 18.8%
Status Unknown 3%
Judicial 6.8%
Business 2%
@SetonHallLawAdmissions
Judicial Clerkships 42.8%
YMENT RA PLO T EM dvantage – E – L 86 A D . J
Private Practice
Judicial 1%
Business 5.1% Status Unknown 0.9%
For more information regarding employment data, please visit:
Joint Degrees: n J.D./M.B.A. with the Seton Hall University Stillman School of Business n J.D./M.A in Diplomacy and International Relations (M.A.D.I.R.) with the Seton Hall University School of Diplomacy Healthcare Compliance Certification Program Graduate Certificates through the Division of Online Learning harmaceutical & Medical Device Law & Compliance P Health & Hospital Law n Intellectual Property Law n n
CENTERS AND PROGRAMS
ENTERING CLASS LSAT/ GPA PROFILE
enter for Health & Pharmaceutical Law & Policy C Gibbons Institute of Law, Science & Technology n Center for Policy & Research n Center for Social Justice n n
25%
Median
75%
LSAT
153
156
159
GPA
3.12
3.41
3.68
CLINICS AND PRO BONO PROGRAMS Center for Social Justice Clinics: n Civil Litigation and Practice n Equal Justice n Family Law n Immigrants’ Rights/International Human Rights n Impact Litigation n Juvenile Justice n Pro Bono Service Program n Last Resort Exoneration Project n Investor Advocacy Project n Southern District of New York Representation in Mediation Practicum n
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BAR PASS RATES (FIRST-TIME TAKERS, JULY 2014) Seton Hall Law Pass Rate (%)
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New Jersey
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New York
86.7
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Gender: Female: 41% Male: 59% 41% came to Seton Hall Law directly from college 5% held advanced degrees prior to enrolling at Seton Hall Law 77 undergraduate colleges and universities represented
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Number of students who serve as stagiaires (interns) each year at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg, through the Dean Acheson Legal Stage Program. In 2014-15, Seton Hall Law students filled all three positions
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The students in the Seton Hall Law Juvenile Justice Clinic provided services to more than 750 boys and girls in Newark and the surrounding communities in 2014-15
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The National Law Journal ranks Seton Hall Law at #25 among 200 law schools in the U.S. based on the percentage of Class of 2014 graduates in full-time, long-term positions requiring bar passage
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WHY THE SETON HALL LAWYER IS UNIQUELY SUCCESSFUL. Seton Hall Law’s cornerstone values – integrity, loyalty and engagement – define the Seton Hall lawyer. These values characterize both our environment while you are a student and the careers of every Seton Hall Law graduate. The integrity and character of the Seton Hall lawyer explain why we stand out for excellence. Seton Hall loyalty means that your professors and classmates will be invested in your success throughout your career, from the moment you become a student, and our network of loyal alumni will assist you at every step in your career. You will notice the difference about Seton Hall Law the minute you come through our doors. The atmosphere is vibrant. Our faculty engage their students both in and outside of the classroom. Seton Hall Law professors are outstanding teachers who offer a progressive, innovative learning experience. Together with an outstanding administration, the faculty dedicate themselves to helping each student identify, pursue and achieve academic and professional success – as defined by you.
By every measure, Seton Hall Law’s outcomes stand out. New York and New Jersey bar passage rates consistently exceed state averages. Graduate employment rates rank alongside the leading law schools in the region. Our curriculum integrates rigorous coursework with hands-on learning through internships, clerkships and clinical programs. Combined with expert career planning support, Seton Hall Law gives you the knowledge, skills and tools you need to excel and succeed from the day you graduate. Seton Hall Law’s Newark location offers convenient access to the world’s largest legal marketplace in New York City, but places our students in the heart of New Jersey’s thriving business sphere. Courthouses and cultural centers alike are just a few minutes’ walk from campus. A Seton Hall Law degree opens doors to limitless possibilities. The value of a Seton Hall Law degree continues to grow throughout your career. Take the first step to becoming a Seton Hall lawyer. Visit our website, law.shu.edu/discover, and apply today.
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HOW TO APPLY First-year applications are considered for Fall Semester admission only. In order to apply, you must have or plan to obtain a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or a foreign equivalent prior to your anticipated date of enrollment.
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DECISION PROCESS Admission to Seton Hall Law is selective and competitive. Decisions are based primarily on academic record and LSAT score, but work experience, school or community service and other interests are taken into consideration. The volume of applications received prevents our use of interviews, but we encourage you to utilize the personal statement in the application to convey the information you would impart in an interview. Consumer information on Seton Hall Law is published in the Official Guide to ABA-Approved Law Schools and on the Seton Hall Law website.
Financing Your Education TUITION The tuition and fees for Seton Hall University School of Law are $51,018 for incoming full-time students and $38,474 for incoming part-time students for the 2015-16 academic year.
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID All students interested in applying for financial aid (including student loans) must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be filed electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov any time after January 1, 2016 for the 2016-17 academic year. Seton Hall Law’s code: G09986. Seton Hall Law’s priority deadline is April 1, 2016.
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS All applicants for admission are reviewed for merit scholarship awards—no separate application is required for consideration. Merit scholarships are selective awards based on outstanding LSAT scores, undergraduate academic performance and academic promise. The Admissions Committee determines the awards and
notifies recipients at the time of admission. Students entering in Fall 2015 received merit scholarship awards ranging from $7,500 to full tuition. More than 70% of our entering full-time students receive scholarship funds. Merit scholarships are renewable by maintaining required GPA standards or designated class rank. The amount and terms of renewal are provided to students upon award. Further information regarding scholarships and scholarship renewal may be found at law.shu.edu/scholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING OVER 70% OF THE INCOMING STUDENTS IN 2015 RECEIVED SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING OVER 70% OF THOSE RECEIVING SCHOLARSHIPS RECEIVED $25,000 OR MORE
75%-85% OF FUNDED STUDENTS TYPICALLY RENEW SCHOLARSHIPS AFTER THE FIRST YEAR
IMPORTANT DATES: April 1: General Admission Priority Deadline Legal Education Opportunities (LEO) Deadline Financial Aid Priority Deadline
July 25: Transfer Application Deadline
VISIT US Prospective students are encouraged to visit Seton Hall Law. Information about our regularly scheduled tours and information sessions may be found at law.shu.edu/visit, or call us at 973-642-8747 to discuss scheduling options.
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