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Admission | Cumberland School of Law at Samford University

Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law is nationally recognized for its exceptional legal education. Through our collegial, scholarly environment, our J.D. curriculum prepares students for a successful legal career.
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Admission
Interested in becoming a lawyer? We invite you to learn more about Cumberland School of Law and our admission process.
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law is nationally recognized for its exceptional legal education. Through our collegial, scholarly environment, our J.D. curriculum prepares students for a successful legal career.

2021-2022 Admission Timeline

Sep 1
Application Opens
Oct 1
FAFSA Available
Oct 15
Admission notification begins
Dec 31
Aim to have your application in
Jan 7
Jere F. White Jr. Fellowship deadline
April 1
Admitted Student Day*
April 8
First Deposit Due**
May 1
Application Deadline
June 10
Second Deposit Due**
Dates TBD
Orientation
*We’re planning for an on-campus event, but it will be switched to a virtual event depending on any restrictions caused by COVID-19.
**Check your acceptance packet for your deposit due dates if you applied later in the application cycle.

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I chose Cumberland because of the culture. I have met countless students who have a drive and passion for the law school—one that you just don’t see every day. Cumberland’s collegial and familial environment allows us to work together as we learn to navigate the legal profession. I’m proud to attend a law school where I’ve been able to not only learn a ton, but also create great friendships.Fran Pecci
third-year law student
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Assistant Dean for Admission and Enrollment Management Whitney Dachelet shares important tips about the admission process.
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Rachel Sanders discusses how to make sure Cumberland School of Law is right for you, once you’ve been admitted.
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Madeline Rock discusses how to narrow down your decision on choosing a law school.
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Monroe Thornton shares why Birmingham, the legal hub of Alabama, is such a great place to come to law school.

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To check the status of your application, use the link in our Applicant Status Online email (sent upon receipt of your application).

 

Contact the Office of Admission

 
 
Whitney Dachelet
Whitney Dachelet, J.D.
Assistant Dean for Admission & Enrollment Management
whitney.dachelet@samford.edu
205-726-2897
 
Nancy Battles
Nancy Battles
Assistant Director of Admission Operations
nbattles@samford.edu
205-726-2936
 
D Davis
Debra Davis
Program Assistant
dpope@samford.edu
205-726-2702
 
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