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Seek Justice
2012-2013
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Seek Justice
Argue for truth. Advocate for just policies. Defend your beliefs in the
marketplace of ideas. Speak for those without a voice. Fight injustice.
Help the oppressed. At Trinity, as a Christian Law School, we believe that
a legal career is more than a profession. It is a Calling.
Take the next step. Gain an education that will prepare you to answer that
call with excellence.
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“The lord has sent me to bring good news to the oppressed, to comfort the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom to the captives, and release to the prisoners...”
ISAIAH 61:1
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Who We AreTrinity Law School is a Christian Law School
that is dedicated to providing an exceptional
education from a biblical perspective.
We strive to equip our students with the
knowledge and desire to pursue meaningful
lives of service.
Trinity International University consists
of four schools: Trinity College, Trinity
Graduate School, Trinity Evangelical Divinity
School, and Trinity Law School. Together,
the schools have nearly 100 faculty and
more than 3,100 students.
Whether you intend to become an
attorney, teacher, business leader, pastor
or missionary, Trinity Law School provides
a rigorous academic environment where
you not only learn the law, but also receive
practical opportunities to put your education
into practice.
We believe that a legal career is more than a profession. It is a Calling.
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AcADEmic SUPPORTAlthough final responsibility for meeting degree requirements rests with each student,
academic support and assistance is available to all students. The Academic Support
Program advises students of law school expectations, motivates students in the pursuit
of their legal studies, assists students in their development of effective study strategies,
time management skills, and examination techniques, and is a useful resource for
educational and bar review programs. New students will enjoy the benefits of a highly
coordinated program of legal research and writing, designed to make sure that all students
are fully prepared for their law school exams. Continuing students will improve their ability
to study and prepare for class, take exams, and prepare for the bar exam.
Trinity Law School’s academic program fulfills all of the
requirements for admission to the practice of law in the state
of California and prepares graduates to take the California
Bar Examination.
What We Do
WE PROviDE: A biblically based legal education.
A rigorous academic environment.
A legal community where students and professors
engage in the learning process together.
An environment where students are encouraged to
use their skills and faith in the service of others.
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It is difficult to fully understand your beliefs, values, and ethics until you step into
the world and live them out. Therefore, we believe that it is important to provide
students with opportunities to put their education and faith into action.
Trinity Law School currently offers clinical opportunities in three local organizations, the
Pacific Justice Institute, the Orange County Rescue Mission, and the Christian Legal Aid
Office of Orange County. We are proud of our ability to offer these legal clinics and are
excited about the opportunities they provide for our students.
PAciFic JUSTicE iNSTiTUTE // The Pacific Justice Institute is a nonprofit legal
defense organization that specializes in defending religious freedom. The law school
hosts one of PJI’s Southern California offices on our campus. Trinity law students have
the rare opportunity to participate in cutting edge Constitutional law litigation by serving as
interns for PJI. The students are able to support ongoing cases that address some of the
most significant issues in religious liberty today.
ORANGE cOUNTY REScUE miSSiON // The law school operates a legal clinic at
the Orange County Rescue Mission, where Trinity students provide legal services for the
residents under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Through this clinical program,
students address many of the biggest legal issues faced by the homeless. The
program includes classroom instruction on the provision of legal services, as well as
hands-on training on client interviews, assessing legal needs, and providing answers to
difficult legal issues.
cHRiSTiAN LEGAL AiD OFFicE OF ORANGE cOUNTY // The Christian Legal
Aid Office of Orange County resides on the campus of Trinity Law School. It provides
free legal advice and representation to those that cannot otherwise afford legal services.
Trinity Law students provide legal services under the supervision of a licensed attorney.
Students will address a wide variety of legal issues and challenges.
SPEciAL PROGRAmS
LEGAL cLiNicS, iNTERNSHiPS & cLERKSHiPS
What We Do
Trinity law students also have the opportunity to participate in many other clinical programs, internships, clerkships,
and fellowships. During their legal education, our students have worked for judges, lawyers, government
agencies, legislators, Christian legal organizations, etc. We encourage this type of experience and are happy to
work with you to try to help you find an opportunity that best serves your interests.
THE cENTER FOR HUmAN RiGHTS // The Center for Human Rights is a premier
research and educational facility for the promotion and protection of international human
rights and religious freedom. The Center provides research and educational facilities,
classroom instruction in human rights, and opportunities for students to participate in
international human rights conferences and educational seminars around the world. The
Center has access to the law school’s robust and growing collection of human rights
books, periodicals, and international documents.
EUROPEAN SUmmER STUDY PROGRAm iN STRASBOURG, FRANcE // A special
benefit of study at Trinity Law School is the opportunity to participate in the International
Human Rights Institute, the Programme Européen d’ Été Études des Droits d’ Homme in
Strasbourg, France.
The Institute was founded in 1969 to teach lawyers, judges, law professors, students and
government officials the importance of international human rights. Students learn how
countries address some of the world’s greatest human rights abuses such as religious
persecution, racial discrimination, human trafficking, slavery, torture, and genocide.
Each summer, this program gathers more than 400 students from 100 countries to
teach and study international human rights. Program participants spend the month of July
studying current human rights issues. Law students may earn 4 to 6 units of credit upon
completion.
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As a Christian Law School, Trinity opens classes with a prayer or short devotional, has
an on-campus chaplain, holds voluntary Bible studies, and makes Biblical truth a part
of the academic curriculum. All students must enroll in a number of required courses
that allow students to learn and discuss how Biblical principles guide and affect the
development of the law. Trinity also offers special lectures by visiting Christian scholars,
professionals, and pastors.
We seek to preserve a caring and nurturing atmosphere where students and faculty
members pray together and encourage one another in faith and good works.
CHURCH COMMUNITY // Trinity students are blessed to live in a thriving spiritual
community. Students have a host of church choices including such well-known
congregations as Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, Saddleback Valley Community Church,
Mariners Church, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian, Rock Harbor, and several excellent local
Evangelical Free churches.
STUDENT ORGANizATiONS
SPiRiTUAL LiFE AT TRiNiTY
...blessed to live in a thriving spiritual community.
TRINITY LAW REVIEW // Founded in 1980 as the Simon Greenleaf Law Review, the
Trinity Law Review has been a source of scholarship regarding law and the Christian
faith, as well as a broad range of other legal issues. Select students may participate
in the production of the Trinity Law Review. Students invited to join the editorial board
participate in all aspects of publishing the Law Review. In addition, all students are
encouraged to write student notes on topical issues for inclusion in the Review.
Therefore, students are afforded an excellent opportunity to develop scholarship skills.
MOOT COURT // Students may compete for a position on the Trinity Law School Moot
Court team. Moot court competitions develop students’ research and brief-writing
skills, as well as their oral advocacy. Students find it an outstanding opportunity to
measure their skills against those of law students statewide.
STUDENT BAR ASSOCIATION (SBA) // All students are automatically members of
the Student Bar Association. The SBA sponsors student organizations, educational
seminars, and social functions, including the annual Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas
banquet, graduation celebration, and other events.
CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY // Trinity Law School has a student chapter of the
Christian Legal Society, a national association of Christian lawyers, judges, law
professors and law students committed to living their faith in their legal career.
Students may also participate in the events and conference of the local and national
Attorney chapters.
FEDERALIST SOCIETY // Trinity Law School has an active chapter of the Federalist
Society, a national organization of conservatives and liberals dedicated to reforming
the current legal system.
What We Do
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DEGREE REqUiREmENTSTo graduate with a Juris Doctor degree, students must successfully
complete the prescribed program of 90 units of study within 5 years.
A cumulative grade point average of 70 or above is required for the degree.
What You Need to Know
AcADEmic YEARThe academic calendar consists of fifteen week semesters each fall and
spring with the option of taking additional courses during the summer ses-
sion. Courses are offered throughout the day and evening to facilitate full
and part-time programs of study.
Please see www.tls.edu for the specific dates of future semesters and
summer sessions.
SATURDAY CLASSES // Trinity Law School is one of the few schools
to offer classes on Saturdays. Qualified students have the option to earn
their entire JD degree by attending class on Saturdays only. Please visit our
website or contact our admissions office for more information.
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Alternative Dispute (3 Units)Resolution
Appellate Advocacy (3 Units)
Trial Practice (3 Units)
Jurisprudence of (3 Units)the Family
Introductory Taxation (3 Units)
Civil Litigations Skills (2 Units)
Advanced Criminal Law (3 Units)
Juvenile Law (3 Units)
Securities Regulations (2 Units)
The Theory & Law Of War (3 Units)
The Right To Life (3 Units)& The Law
The Rights of Women, (3 Units)Children, & Families
Tribal Law & (3 Units)Indigenous People
Int’l Disputes Resolution (3 Units)
Int’l Forum on (2 Units) Human Rights
Int’l Seminar on (4 Units) Human Rights
Religious Liberties (2 Units)& Int’l Rights
Public International Law (3 Units)
Int’l Criminal Law (3 Units)
Immigration & (2 Units)Nationality Law
Philosophy & The (3 Units)Theology Of Human Rights
Legal Internship (1-3 Units)
Uniform Commercial (2 Units) Code (UCC)
Law Practice Management (2 Units)
Nonprofit Clinic (1-3 Units)
Bankruptcy & (3 Units)Creditor Law
Administrative Law (3 Units)
Intellectual Law (3 Units)
Family Law (3 Units)
Independent Study (1-3 Units)
Environmental Law (3 Units)
Media & the Law (2 Units)
Religion & The Law (3 Units)
Moot Court (Cr / Nc)
Law Review (Cr / Nc)*
Seminar: Special (1-3 Units) Topics In Law
Labor Law (2 Units)
Banking Law (2 Units)
Environment & (3 Units) Human Rights
Employment Discrimination (2 Units)
Death Penalty (3 Units)
Exempt Organizations (2 Units)
Mergers and Acquisitions (3 Units)
Nonprofit Law (3 Units)
Churches, Religous (2 Units)Organizations, & Foreign Charities
ELEcTivES & SPEciAL OFFERiNGS
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REqUiRED cOURSESLegal Studies & the Profession (3 Units)
Legal Institutions & Values (3 Units)
Contracts I (3 Units)
Contracts II (3 Units)
Criminal Law (3 Units)
Torts I (3 Units)
Torts II (3 Units)
Legal Research & Writing I (3 Units)
Legal Research & Writing II (3 Units)
Legal Research & Writing III (3 Units)
Legal Research & Writing IV (3 Units)
Constitutional Law I (3 Units)
Constitutional Law II (3 Units)
Property Law I (3 Units)
Property Law II (3 Units)
Evidence I (2 Units)
Evidence II (2 Units)Civil Procedure I (3 Units)
Civil Procedure II (3 Units)
Business Organizations (3 Units)
Criminal Procedure (3 Units)
Professional Responsibility & Ethics (3 Units)
Community Property (2 Units)
Jurisprudence (3 Units)
Will, Trusts, & Estates (3 Units)
Remedies (3 Units)
One of the following three courses:
Jurisprudence of the Family (3 Units)
Intro to International Human Rights (3 Units)
Bioethics & Law (3 Units)
cOURSESStudents must successfully complete a curriculum of core required courses.
Therefore, students fulfill their degree requirements with elective courses that
address their specific interests.
* No course credit commencing fall 2012 // Not all electives are offered in each academic year.
TOTAL UNiTS 78 UNiTS
What You Need to Know
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FiRST YEAR
Legal Resarch & Writing I & II
Contracts I & II
Torts I & II
Criminal Law
Legal Studies & the Profession
SEcOND YEAR
Legal Research & Writing III & IV
Legal Institutions & Values
Criminal Procedure
Civil Procedures I & II
Property I & II
THiRD YEAR
Constitutional Law I & II
Evidence I & II
Business Organizations
Community Property
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
Electives
FOURTH YEAR
Jurisprudence
One of the following three:
Jurisprudence of the Family or
Intro to International Human Rights or
Bioethics & Law
Wills, Trusts, & Estates
Remedies
Electives
Students starting in the spring semester
will follow a modified schedule.
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Legal Research & Writing I & II
Contracts I & II
Torts I & II
Criminal Law
Criminal Procedure
Legal Studies & the Profession
Legal Institutions & Values
SEcOND YEAR
Legal Research & Writing III & IV
Civil Procedures I & II
Property I & II
Constitutional Law I & II
Evidence I & II
Electives
THiRD YEAR
Business Organizations
Community Property
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
Jurisprudence
One of the following three:
Jurisprudence of the Family or
Intro to International Human Rights
or Bioethics & Law
Wills, Trusts, & Estates
Remedies
Electives
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What You Need to Know
TYPicAL ScHEDULE
FULL-TimE PART-TimEPAGE
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Andrew mccarronBA, California State University, Long Beach
JD, Western State University
Contracts; Property Law
Kenneth m. mcDonaldBA, California State University, Long Beach
JD, Western State University
Criminal Law; Criminal Procedure
Brooke millerAA, The Master’s College
JD, Trinity Law School
Legal Research & Writing I & II
William OvertoomBA, California State University, Fullerton
JD, Western State University
Criminal Law
michael ParkerBA, University of California, Los Angeles
JD, University of the Pacific
Torts; Remedies; Immigration Law
michael PefferAA, Orange Coast College
JD, Simon Greenleaf Law School
Legal Research & Writing I & II
valentin RadaBA University of Southern California
JD, Simon Greenleaf School of Law
Criminal Law
Richard RadcliffeBS, Biola University,
JD, Loyola Law School,
LL.M, University of San Diego
M.A., Fuller Theological Seminary
Civil Procedure
R. Neil RodgersBA, University of California, Los Angeles
JD, Western State University
Legal Writing, Community Property, Family Law,
Business Organizations; Bankruptcy & Creditor Law
Antonia ScolaroBA, University of California, Irvine
JD, Whittier Law School
Legal Research & Writing I; Property Law
Stephen ShepardBA University of California, Los Angeles
JD, Western State University
Legal Research & Writing I & II
myron SteevesBA, Biola University
JD, Georgetown University
Constitutional Law & Jurisprudence
Lisa StriblingAA, Cerritos College
JD, Trinity Law School
Family Law
Lloyd E. TooksBA, Whittier College
JD, Howard University
Employment Discrimination
mark zieboldBA, Baylor University
JD, Chapman University
Wills, Trusts, & Estates
17Adeline AllenBA, University of California, Los Angeles
JD, Regent Law School
Torts; Contracts
Alan L. ArmstrongBA, University of California, Riverside
JD, Western State University
Wills,Trusts & Estates
Kenneth O. chinnBA, Whittier College
JD, Loyola University
Evidence
Dana c. clarkBA, Point Loma College
JD, Western State University
Torts; Professional Responsibility & Ethics
Andrew DeloachBA, University of California, San Diego
JD, California Western School of Law
Legal Research & Writing I & II
Daniel DewitBA, California State University, Fullerton
JD, Western State University
Legal Research & Writing I
Loyst FletcherBA, Hampton University
JD, College of William and Mary
Torts; Civil Procedure; Civil Litigation Skills
Sara HakamiBA, University of California, Irvine
JD, Chapman University
Legal Research & Writing I & II
craig HawkinsBA, University of California, Irvine
MA, Simon Greenleaf University
MA, Trinity Graduate School
Jurisprudence; Legal Institutions & Values
David HeirsekornJD, Trinity Law School
Will, Trusts, & Estates
christopher A. KallBA, San Diego State University
MA, University of Southern California
JD, University of San Diego
Civil Procedure; Civil Litigation Skills
Stephen Paul KennedyBA, University of Southern California
MDIV, Talbot Theological Seminary
PhD, University of Southern California
Jurisprudence; International Human Rights
Ronald v. LarsonBA, California State University, Fullerton
JD University of California, Davis
Business Organizations and Professional
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
Peter LeeAB, University of Michigan
JD, Boston University
MBA, Loyola College in Maryland
Int’l Criminal Law; Administrative Law;
Immigration & Nationality Law
Hon. Daniel S. LopezBA, Claremont McKenna College
MA, Claremont Graduate School
JD, Loyola Law School of Los Angeles
Trial Practice; Appellate Advocacy
FAcULTY
What You Need to Know
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OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS // Students coming to Trinity Law School
from out-of-state should make sure that they have secured suitable
housing and transportation to ensure that these issues do not become
an impediment to academic success. Trinity does not provide on-campus
housing. However, there are several apartment complexes with one, two,
or three-bedroom units located near campus offering a range of rental
rates, leasing and amenities options.
Please contact the Admissions office for information on housing and
essential services.
STUDENTS WiTH DiSABiLiTiES // Students with disabilities requiring
special arrangements will be accommodated upon petition, with supporting
documentation of the disability and upon approval of the Registrar. Special
accommodations will be carefully tailored to meet the documented need
in accordance with the Trinity Law School disability policy.
STUDENT HANDBOOK // Academic policies and standards in addition
to those in this viewbook are contained in the Student Handbook, which
is issued to each student at the beginning of every academic year. In case
of any conflict, the standards contained in the viewbook are controlling.
Students are responsible for knowing and complying with the policies
and standards for the law school and the Rules Regulating Admission to
Practice Law in California, a publication of the State Bar of California.
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AccREDiTATiON // Trinity Law School is accredited by the Committee
of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California. Trinity Law School is a
school of Trinity International University, which is accredited by the Higher
Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and
Schools.
ADmiSSiON TO PRAcTicE LAW iN cALiFORNiA // Accredited
by the Committee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California, the law
program fulfills the requirements pertaining to admission to the practice
of law in the state of California. Graduates are qualified to take the
California Bar Examination.
ADmiSSiON TO PRAcTicE LAW OUTSiDE OF cALiFORNiA //
Applicants intending to practice law in states other than California are
encouraged to investigate the educational requirements, as well as the
rules and regulations, governing admission to practice in those jurisdictions.
Study at, or graduation from, this law school may not qualify a student to
take the bar examination or be admitted to practice law in jurisdictions
other than California. A student who intends to seek admission to
practice law outside of California should contact the admitting authority
in that jurisdiction for information regarding its education and admission
requirements.
Trinity Law School’s bar results can be found at
http://admissions.Calbar.CA.gov/Examinations/Statistics.aspx
What You Need to Know
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In application of this mission, Trinity Law School commits to:
Uphold Trinity International University’s commitment to biblical, historic,
evangelical Christianity
Integrate law and theology throughout our curriculum, scholarship,
cocurricular activities and overall strategy
Acquaint students with a classic Christian natural law theory of
jurisprudence
Promote engagement in and support of public service and pro-bono
legal work
Enable our students to evaluate law and public policy from a Christian
perspective
Develop in our students a deep sense of commitment to ethical legal
practice and public service
Equip students to critically analyze and constructively engage
contemporary culture
Provide students with a thorough understanding of law and the skills
necessary for a life of service
Give an opportunity for legal education (to students from diverse
backgrounds)
Create opportunities for students from economically challenged
circumstances to attend law school
Produce scholarly and popular literature and broadcast media which
embody a biblical Christian perspective on law and public policy
Trinity International University holds to the statement of faith of the
Evangelical Free Church of America (as adopted on June 26, 2008). The
Evangelical Free Church of America is an association of autonomous
churches united around these theological convictions.
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TRANSFER STUDENTS // Applicants enrolled in legal study elsewhere
may be considered for transfer status. The Admissions Committee evaluates
transfer applicants on a case-by-case basis, but usually requires transfer
students to complete their last four semesters in residence at Trinity Law
School. Applicants who have completed some law school credits at
their original school may be eligible for advanced standing. Grades at
or above the good standing level (good standing level is determined by the
school where the classes were taken) may be accepted for transfer credit
subject to similarity to Trinity Law course contents.
Applicants who have been previously dismissed by another law school
at the end of their first year of study may transfer certain units if they
take and pass the First Year Law Students Exam.
Admission of transfer students and transfer of units are determined by
the Admissions Committee and in accordance with the rules of the Bar
Examiners of California. Trinity Law School does not award credit for
prior experiential learning.
iNTERNATiONAL STUDENTS // Trinity welcomes foreign-educated
applicants. However, there are special admission requirements pertaining
to the evaluation of foreign credentials. Foreign applicants must request
a detailed report evaluating their transcripts from Credentials Evaluation
Services (CES). Trinity can issue student visas to those who are not
residents of the U.S. Please contact the Admissions Office for additional
information concerning student visas.
Trinity is committed to the concept that a legal career is a calling and
that students of all ages, backgrounds and occupations may sense the
call to enter law school. As such, the Admissions Committee selects
its law students upon consideration of the “whole person.” While Law
School Admission Test (LSAT) scores and past academic experience are
important, the Committee also considers the prospective student’s goals,
achievements, work experiences, life circumstances and other criteria
that indicate an applicant’s character and potential for academic success.
All prospective students, regardless of race, national origin, or religion,
are welcome at Trinity Law School.
cATEGORiES OF ADmiSSiONREGULAR STUDENTS WiTH A BAcHELOR’S DEGREE // Applicants
previously awarded a Bachelor’s degree from a qualified institution of
higher learning are considered for regular admission.
REGULAR STUDENTS WiTHOUT A BAcHELOR’S DEGREE // Trinity
offers law school candidates without a Bachelor’s degree an exceptional
opportunity to enter law school before completing their undergraduate
study. Applicants may be admitted upon completion of an associate’s
degree from a qualified institution or upon earning at least 60 transferable
units of undergraduate study.
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THE LAW ScHOOL ADmiSSiON TEST (LSAT) // Applicants are required to take
the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), an examination designed to assess law school
candidates’ potential for success in legal study. The LSAT is one of many factors
considered for acceptance. Prospective students who have not yet taken the LSAT are
encouraged to apply and indicate their registered test date.
FiLL OUT AN APPLicATiON // Please complete your application
in a timely manner and forward it to the Admissions Office. Incomplete
applications will not be considered. In addition to your application, you are
advised to promptly complete a FAFSA Financial Aid Application.
REcOmmENDATiONS // Two recommendations are required in support
of the application for admission. These recommendations may be from
professors, instructors or professional associates who can comment on the
candidate’s character and potential for success in legal study. Candidates
who cannot obtain a faculty recommendation due to lapse of time may
submit recommendations from employers or professional associates.
Recommendations must be sent directly to Trinity Law School from the
recommenders or provided through LSAC’s Credential Assembly Service.
TRANScRiPTS // An applicant must provide official transcripts from
all colleges and universities attended. The applicant must contact each
college or university attended and request that official transcripts be sent
directly to Trinity Law School or provide them through LSAC’s Credential
Assembly Service. All transcripts must be sealed and bear the official
certification of the issuing school.
iNTERviEWS // Most applicants will be required to interview with the
Admissions Office prior to an admission decision. The Admissions Office
will contact the applicant to schedule the interview.
PERSONAL STATEmENT // All applicants are required to submit
a personal statement with their law school application. The personal
statement should address why the applicant desires to study law,
particularly at Trinity Law School. In addition, the applicant should address
all professional and personal goals for the future, as well as any factors
that may have affected academic success in the past.
AccEPTANcE AND NOTiFicATiON // As soon as the decision
is made, you will be promptly notified by the Admissions Office
concerning your application to study law at Trinity Law School. If you
are accepted to the law school, you will also be advised of all the
future dates and requirements for your matriculation.
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Trinity Law School offers Federal
Stafford Loans to its law students
throughout their academic career. The
Financial Aid Office assists students
in applying for and securing financial
assistance when family resources are
insufficient to meet educational expenses.
Students are encouraged to complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) using school code E00961 on the
web concurrently with their application for
admission to law school.
Trinity Law School also offers many
generous scholarships and grants to
its law students. Prospective students
are strongly encouraged to complete a
scholarship application with their admission
application as scholarships and grants are
awarded upon acceptance to Trinity Law
School. Scholarship applications can be
found online.
Among the many scholarships and grants offered by Trinity Law
School, are the following:
Full Tuition Merit-Based Scholarships
Partial Merit-Based Scholarships
Christian College Scholarship
Evangelical Free Church Scholarship
President’s Scholarship
Dean’s Scholarship
Simon Greenleaf Scholarship
Public Service Grants
Community College Grants
Veterans’ Educational Benefits (Including the Yellow Ribbon Scholarship)
For a detailed description of each scholarship please visit:
www.tls.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships.dot
Admissions counselors are available to discuss financial aid options and
to assist prospective students in planning a realistic budget for attending
law school.
Requests for scholarships will not be considered if you have not first
completed a FAFSA Application (whether or not you intend to actually
accept financial aid).
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2013 academic year is $795 per unit.
How to Apply
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