Virtual Events
Due to the COVID-19 virus, the University of Richmond is closed to visitors. However, the Office of Admissions invites you to meet with admissions representatives at various virtual events where they are happy to answer questions and make materials available to you. Options include but are not limited to general admission sessions, personal statement workshops, and law student panels. Please know that all sessions allow time for individual questions as we know you may have specific needs.
Take a look below for reccurring events held throughout the semester. If you have questions about attending an event, please contact us by telephone at 804-289-8189 or by email at lawadmissions@richmond.edu.
To access our full calendar of events, click here.
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Virtual Open House
As admissions professionals, we know better than anyone that people are so much more than what you see on paper. The same is true for our law school! Although the University (recently named Princeton Review’s #1 Most Beautiful Campus) is currently closed to visitors, we invite you to join us for a Virtual Open House to experience Richmond Law for yourself.
Our Virtual Open Houses are a great introduction to the Richmond Law community. Each event will include:
- Richmond Law Overview
- Career Development Overview
- Student Panel
- Individual Q&A
- Optional Virtual Class
We hope to see you soon!
- Wednesday, October 14, 2020 | 8:45 a.m. EDT
- Thursday, October 22, 2020 | 8:45 a.m. EDT
- Friday, October 30, 2020 | 11:45 a.m. EDT
- Monday, November 2, 2020 | 11:45 a.m. EST
- Wednesday, November 11, 2020 | 11:45 a.m. EST
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Application Components & Process
We know the law school admissions process can be daunting but understanding the different parts of the application can really help. Join us to learn about Credential Assembly Service reports, the LSAT, letters of recommendation, personal statements, resumes, optional addenda, and more.
- Monday, October 12, 2020 | 2 p.m. EDT
- Thursday, October 29, 2020 | 9 a.m. EDT
- Tuesday, November 10, 2020 | 11 a.m. EST
- Thursday, November 19, 2020 | 3 p.m. EST
- Thursday, December 3, 2020 | 9:30 a.m. EST
- Tuesday, December 15, 2020 | 10:30 a.m. EST
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Richmond Information Session and Q&A
In our (somewhat biased) view, Richmond Law is a great place to begin your legal education. Whether it is the collegial community or a capital city full of opportunities, we’re glad you’re tuning in to find out what makes our law school stand out from the rest. These sessions will allow for time with admissions representatives where you can have individual questions answered!
- Friday, October 16, 2020 | 9 a.m. EDT
- Monday, October 19, 2020 | 7:30 a.m. EDT
- Wednesday, October 21, 2020 | 4 p.m. EDT
- Tuesday, October 27, 2020 | 3 p.m. EDT
- Tuesday, November 3, 2020 | 10 a.m. EST
- Thursday, November 12, 2020 | 5:30 p.m. EST
- Monday, November 16, 2020 | 2 p.m. EST
- Monday, November 23, 2020 | 10 a.m. EST
- Tuesday, December 1, 2020 | 12 p.m. EST
- Tuesday, December 8, 2020 | 4 p.m. EST
- Wednesday, December 9, 2020 | 7:30 a.m. EST
- Monday, December 14, 2020 | 1 p.m. EST
- Thursday, December 17, 2020 | 4 p.m. EST
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Law Student Panel
Are you wondering what it’s like to be a law student right now? Do you want to know more about organizations, journals, and student life? Go straight to the source! Join our virtual panel of current students who will be ready to share their experiences of life after the admit letter.
- Thursday, October 15, 2020 | 11 a.m. EDT
- Wednesday, October 28, 2020 | 12 p.m. EDT
- Monday, November 9, 2020 | 2 p.m. EST
- Friday, November 20, 2020 | 10 a.m. EST
- Friday, December 11, 2020 | 9 a.m. EST
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Diversity Series
Access to justice and diversity in the legal profession are fundamentally important. At Richmond Law we strive to cultivate a community marked by inclusivity and concern for others and the greater good - not only because it makes for a better educational experience, but because it makes for better lawyers. We look forward to welcoming you to this dialogue!
- Friday, November 6, 2020 | 9:30 a.m. EST*
- Monday, November 30, 2020 | 6 p.m. EST**
- Wednesday, December 2, 2020 | 1 p.m. EST***
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*Diversity Series - First Generation Law Students
**Diversity Information Session with Student Roundtable
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Financing Your Legal Education
Attending law school is an investment both literally and figuratively. Financing a legal education is possible with good planning and research. We’ll help you start this process by discussing major topics including scholarships, loans, budgeting, and the cost of attendance.
- Tuesday, November 17, 2020 | 3 p.m. EST
- Thursday, December 10, 2020 | 12:30 p.m. EST
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Personal Statement & Addendum Overview
We hope you will join us virtually to learn more about one of the most challenging parts of the law school application: personal statements. Get tips on where to start, learn how to avoid common pitfalls, and find a little direction on where you want yours to go!
- Friday, October 23, 2020 | 11 a.m. EDT
- Thursday, November 5, 2020 | 1 p.m. EST
- Friday, November 13, 2020 | 9 a.m. EST
- Monday, December 7, 2020 | 3 p.m. EST
- Wednesday, December 16, 2020 | 4 p.m. EST
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Mock Admissions Panel
This session will walk you through some common pitfalls and successful strategies in approaching your law school application. Join various law admissions professionals as they help you see application evaluations from their side of the desk!
- Monday, October 26, 2020 | 2 p.m. EDT
- Wednesday, November 18, 2020 | 10 a.m. EST
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Strategies for Success
Join eight veteran law admissions professionals from schools across the country for a panel designed to provide you strategies and insight as you prepare to apply to law school. Topics to be covered include:
- Understanding the application process
- Writing a compelling personal statement
- Requesting the right letters of recommendation
- Using addenda with the application
- Drafting a law school resume
- Navigating and understanding financial aid and scholarships
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LSAC Forum
- Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | 3 p.m. EDT
- Wednesday, November 4, 2020 | 3 p.m. EST
- Saturday, December 12, 2020 | 3 p.m. EST
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LLM Information Sessions
Richmond Law is a great place to start your U.S. legal education. Whether it is our collegial community, small class sizes, internationally recognized faculty, or a state capital city full of opportunities, come learn more about what makes our law school stand out from the rest. During this session, you can get more information on both the LLM & 2-year international J.D. programs, the application process and have your questions answered.
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International Student Information Sessions
Richmond Law is a great place to start your U.S. legal education. Whether it is our collegial community, small class sizes, internationally recognized faculty, or a state capital city full of opportunities, come learn more about what makes our law school stand out from the rest. During this session, you can get more information on both the LLM & 2-year international J.D. programs, the application process and have your questions answered.