Connect with Admissions

Learn more about the law school admissions process and HLS community through our online resources and events this fall. See below to learn how you can connect with HLS, and be sure to register in advance where appropriate.

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J.D. Admissions Events

Summer 2024

Break Into Law Conference (Virtual)

Saturday, June 22

1:30 – 4:30 P.M.

Service2School Vetlink Summit (In-Person)

Saturday, June 22

2:30 – 3:00 P.M.

Harvard Graduate School Information Session in D.C. (In-Person)

Tuesday, July 16

7:00 – 9:00 P.M.

Fall 2024

On-Campus Events
On-Campus Information Sessions
Join us in Cambridge this fall for one of our on-campus information sessions. Members of the J.D. admissions team will facilitate these events, which include an informational presentation, Harvard Law School campus tour, and time for Q&A. All On-Campus Information Sessions will run from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET. Register using the links below.
Can’t make it to Cambridge for a visit at one of the times above? Check out our self-guided campus tour and virtual campus tour.
Virtual Q&A Sessions
Join one of our virtual J.D. Admissions Q&A Sessions. These events offer the chance to have your questions answered directly by those who read your applications (that’s us!). Members of the J.D. Admissions team will spend 45 minutes answering your pre-submitted questions. Register using the links below.
Student Experience Webinars
Are you curious to hear from current HLS students who share a background with you? From undergraduate location, school type, to work experience, we’re excited to offer this series of webinars featuring current students from a variety of geographic locations and educational backgrounds. Register using the links below.

General Student Experience Webinars
- Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
- Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
Applying to HLS. . .

from the West

representation from AK, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY
- Monday, October 21, 2024 at 3:45 – 4:30 p.m. ET
from the Southwest

representation from AZ, NM, OK, TX
- Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
from the Midwest

representation from IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, SD, WI
- Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
as International Students
- Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 9:15 – 10:00 a.m. ET
from the Southeast

representation from AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV
- Friday, October 25, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
with Military Experience
- Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
- Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
from Community Colleges
- Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
Forums, Fairs, and Conferences
Break Into Law Conference (Virtual)
- Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET
Service2School Vetlink Summit (In-Person)
- Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 2:30 – 3:00 p.m. CT
Boston Law Fair (In-Person)
- Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Atlanta LSAC Law School Forum (In-Person)
- Friday, September 27, 2024 at 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. ET
11th Annual National HBCU Pre-Law Summit & Law Expo 2024 (In-Person)
- Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET
LSAC Digital Law School Forum (Virtual)
- Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. ET
Boston LSAC Law School Forum (In-Person)
- Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET
20th Annual National Black Pre-Law Conference and Law Fair (In-Person)
- Friday, November 15, 2024 at 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. ET
Joint Degree Events
Harvard Graduate Joint Degree Information Session

This event is designed for prospective applicants to learn more about Harvard Business School, Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Law School. Candidates with an interest in pursuing a joint degree between two of these schools are particularly encouraged to attend. The event will include an admissions panel followed by a fair to learn more about each graduate program. Register below.
- Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. ET (In-Person in Washington, D.C.)
JD/MBA Virtual Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the JD/MBA joint degree program. HLS and HBS admissions staff will provide an overview of the program and application process. A panel of students will share their experiences and answer questions.
- Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET
HLS on the Road

The HLS J.D. Admissions team will be visiting college campuses across the United States this fall. See if we will be at your university and register using the link below:

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JDP and Transfer Admissions Events

Interested in participating in Junior Deferral Program (JDP) or Transfer application information sessions and events? Visit our program pages to learn more.

JDP Applicant Events

Transfer Applicant Events

J.D. Admissions Information Session

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J.D. Admissions Blog

For insight, stories, and updates from the J.D. Admissions Office at Harvard Law School, visit our blog.

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Timeline for the 2025 Application Cycle

Happy July! The J.D. Admissions Office is busy planning the year ahead, and we know many of you are as well. We wanted to share some useful information to help you prepare for the year ahead.

July 9, 2024
Beyond the Books: How Sections Shape the HLS Experience

Building Your Law School Community The summer before law school is filled with many things—excitement, anticipation, pre-law school bucket list items, and most importantly, your section assignment. Coming into Harvard Law School (HLS), you may think that you have an idea what your section assignment means, but no story, or blog post, can prepare you

July 3, 2024
Transferring to HLS: Joining the Harvard Law Review

Thinking about transferring to Harvard Law School (HLS) and interested in writing on to the Harvard Law Review? Students that transfer to HLS can join the Harvard Law Review either as a rising 2L, or as a rising 3L (although they may only participate in the competition once). Write-On is a six-day competition where students

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