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The Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University seeks to admit students who
will become excellent lawyers with a high degree of professional skill and a special
sensitivity to ethical and moral concerns. Our mission of service leads us to build
an incoming class and student body that will apply the law for the good of individual
clients, for the betterment of society, and in furtherance of justice. In the Spiritan
tradition, Duquesne Kline School of Law is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit.
The School of Law was a pioneer in making quality legal education available to working-class
students, to minorities, and to women.
In evaluating candidates for admission, we place substantial weight on quantitative
academic measures such as the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) scores and undergraduate
grades. However, we consider each candidate holistically, taking into account qualitative
factors such as letters of recommendation, work experience, graduate study, leadership
potential, maturity, the rigor of the program of study and institution attended, as
well as service to others. As we seek to assemble a class with diverse experiences
and perspectives that serves our academic mission and enriches our campus community,
we also consider hardships overcome, socioeconomic disadvantage, and varied backgrounds.
The Duquesne Kline School of Law especially encourages applications from racial minorities
and other under-represented groups who would enrich the diversity of our academic
community.
Applicants from a variety of academic backgrounds are offered admission each year.
No specific undergraduate academic curriculum is required, but it is highly recommended
that the course of study emphasizes skill in critical thinking and logical analysis
and that students strive to develop strong writing skills.
All admissions decisions are final. Applicants who are denied admission in one division
are not eligible to be subsequently considered for other divisions. We do not provide
feedback on admission decisions. Applicants who wish to ask questions about the application
must seek an appointment in writing. This does not assume that the appointment will
be granted. Applicants who have received a final decision may not walk-in to the
admissions office to request time with the admissions staff. Any appointments granted
will be completed via Zoom.
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