TOEFL The minimum score required is 100 on the internet-based TOEFL, or 600 on the paper-based test. There is no subscore requirement. TOEFL scores that are more than two years old at the time of application cannot be considered; applicants must retake the test to submit a more recent score. Applicants should register for the TOEFL in time to ensure that the Official Score Report will be sent by the application deadline. IELTS The minimum score required is 7 on a 10 point scale (overall score) on the Academic Modules. There is no subscore requirement. LSAC has arranged to receive IELTS scores electronically; to have your IELTS score report sent to LSAC, you MUST indicate before or at the time of your exam that your score be forwarded to LSAC for electronic download.

PS One written essay is required of all applicants. The Personal Statement should describe your legal interests, the reasons you wish to study at Berkeley Law, and your professional plans or goals following completion of your degree. Since the Advanced Degree Programs Committee does not grant interviews, you may also use the statement to describe aspects of yourself that are not apparent from your application. The Personal Statement should be written without assistance from others, and should be limited to three pages of double-spaced text. CV The Curriculum Vitae should provide a synopsis of your educational and academic background and skills. This summary should include professional experience, research experience, publications, presentations, awards, honors, affiliations, and other relevant details. Fee $80 application fee – pay by credit card while submitting online application RL Berkeley Law requires two letters of recommendation. At least one letter must come from your law professor. If you have been out of school for five or more years, one professional reference from a current or former employer is appropriate. Applicants may submit one additional academic or professional letter if they wish to do so. Transcript Applicants must submit official academic records showing graded course work, dates of enrollment and award of degree(s). A copy of the actual degree or state examination for all university and law school study is also required, if this information is not included on the transcript.