How to Apply

Application information for local applicants

The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is, for most applicants, the first step in the admissions process for the Melbourne JD. Local applicants should follow the steps below to apply for the Melbourne JD.

Step 1: Register for the LSAT and sit the test

The LSAT is a half-day written test, designed to measure aptitude for graduate legal study. It focuses on reading and verbal reasoning skills, and no knowledge of law is required. It is an independent, international test, administered by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), which sends results directly to Melbourne Law School . It can be taken in any Australian capital city and in many countries around the world. Applicants must obtain an LSAC account number before applying for the Melbourne JD.

Please note that there are strict LSAT registration deadlines and fixed test dates. There may also be more than one venue in Melbourne. If you are unable to register for your chosen venue please notify the Melbourne Law School Student Centre immediately. Applicants who have taken the test within the last two years may use those results for admission purposes.

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Step 2: Write your personal statement

Your application must include a personal statement of up to 850 words. It should explain why you want to study law at Melbourne Law School and emphasise any aspect of your personal history that may enhance your application, including extra-curricular activity, community involvement, work experience, caregiver responsibilities, relevant personal characteristics and any outstanding achievements. In particular, the selection committee wants to know what has motivated you to undertake law studies.

Statements should be typewritten, the pages should be numbered, and the applicant's name and date of birth should appear on each page.

  

Step 3: Submit an online application

Submit your application online, including official transcripts of all tertiary study already undertaken.

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Application information for international applicants

International applicants should follow the steps below to apply for the Melbourne JD. All applicants must also meet the English language requirements of the University of Melbourne.

Step 1: Register for the LSAT and sit the test

The LSAT is a half-day written test, designed to measure aptitude for graduate legal study. It focuses on reading and verbal reasoning skills, and no knowledge of law is required. It is an independent, international test, administered by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), which sends results directly to Melbourne Law School . It can be taken in any Australian capital city and in many countries around the world. Applicants must obtain an LSAC account number before applying for the Melbourne JD.

Please note that there are strict LSAT registration deadlines and fixed test dates. There may also be more than one venue in Melbourne. If you are unable to register for your chosen venue please notify the Melbourne Law School Student Centre immediately. Applicants who have taken the test within the last two years may use those results for admission purposes.

Register for the LSAT now

  

Step 2: Write your personal statement

Your application must include a personal statement of up to 850 words. It should explain why you want to study law at Melbourne Law School and emphasise any aspect of your personal history that may enhance your application, including extra-curricular activity, community involvement, work experience, caregiver responsibilities, relevant personal characteristics and any outstanding achievements. In particular, the selection committee wants to know what has motivated you to undertake law studies.

Statements should be typewritten, the pages should be numbered, and the applicant's name and date of birth should appear on each page.

  

Step 3: Submit your application

International applications are made directly to the University or through one of our Overseas Representatives.

To submit an application directly to Melbourne Law School , click the button below. Be sure to include official transcripts of all tertiary study already undertaken.

  • Results documentation must include a key to the meaning of the grades
  • All electronic documents for upload with your application must be in a suitable file format:.pdf, or Word documents. If you provide files in other formats it may delay assessment of your application
  • If your documentation is in a language other than English, an official certified translation must be provided

Alternatively you may wish to apply through your local representative. Note that whilst a fee will apply to sit the LSAT, no additional $100 University application assessment fee is required for Melbourne JD applicants.

If you are registered on the Law School Admission Council's LSDAS or Credential Assembly service (not necessary if you have not), you would still need to lodge an online application with us but include an addendum with a list of documents you would like us to download as part of your application for the Melbourne JD. Please include your name and LSAC account number at the top of this list. You would also need to arrange with LSAC to release these documents to us.

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