J.D. Admissions

A stronger future, together. Penn State Dickinson Law has it all: two vibrant locations; decades of leading legal education as one of the oldest law schools in the country; supportive and intentionally small classes with individualized attention from professors who love practicing the law and shaping its future; and all the amazing resources and networks that come with being a Penn State student.

Our application will be opening on September 15, 2024.

Two vibrant locations.
Consistent with Penn State’s mission as a land-grant institution, Penn State Dickinson Law operates as one law school with two locations in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Carlisle and University Park. Through our two locations, Penn State Dickinson Law provides unparalleled access to an affordable legal education and public service to support the citizens of the Commonwealth and beyond. Penn State Dickinson Law’s historic home and primary location in Carlisle allows students easy access to the state capitol and provides a charming backdrop for your studies. Penn State Dickinson Law also has an additional location in University Park, enabling law students to study at Penn State’s largest campus.

Building your legal legacy.
When you choose Penn State Dickinson Law, you’re becoming part of history. We are the oldest law school in Pennsylvania and one of the oldest in the nation. We’re constantly looking for new ways to evolve with modern law: our faculty stay engaged nationally and globally through pro bono litigation, scholarship, and practice so that you and your peers can receive the preparation every 21st-century lawyer needs to succeed in an ever-changing legal marketplace.

21st-century lawyering.
You’ll do more than learn to practice law. You’ll learn to ensure the voice of progress is heard. Whether it’s in health law or at the International Criminal Court, you’ll play a critical role on the world stage and in the lives of those you serve. Penn State Dickinson Law students and their experiences are distinguished by many benefits, including:

• As a student at our two-location law school, you’ll receive individualized attention and hands-on training at your home location with access to additional opportunities and resources at your companion location
• Career-building opportunities in nearby major legal markets, including Harrisburg, Philadelphia, New York City, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Wilmington, and Washington, D.C.
• A generous amount of scholarship funds, including our $60K PA Scholars Grant, and significant merit awards
• The largest dues-paying alumni network of its kind in the world
• A unique, intensive initiative that partners faculty with students in their career planning and job searches

Plan your visit and apply to Penn State Dickinson Law today!